Data Science Collaborative Research Platform

The Data Science CRP provides essential expertise in bioinformatics, statistics, biometry, and applied AI, enabling Higher Degree by Research (HDR) students and researchers to harness the full potential of their data.

We support the entire research lifecycle, from initial data collection and management to advanced analysis and visualisation.

Services include access to Subject Matter Experts at salary cost for on-demand support or embedded personnel, collaboration on grant applications, upskilling HDRs and ECRs through training workshops and co-supervision, and ensuring researchers can work effectively with sensitive data.

 

Research Design and Statistics
  • Experimental Design
  • Survey Design
  • Foundational Analysis
  • Statistical Modelling
Analytics and AI
  • ML/DL (AI)
  • Computer Vision
  • Predictive Modelling
  • Pattern Recognition
Omics and Bioinformatics
  • Integrative Analysis
  • Genomics – Transcriptomics
  • Single Cell Omics
  • Metagenomics
Infrastructure and Apps
  • Sensitive Data Platforms
  • Workflows – Automation
  • API – Apps – Tools
  • AI Deployment

UQ TRE

UQ Trusted Research Environment (TRE) enables researchers to work and/or share sensitive data while ensuring data sovereignty, security, and privacy. We offer guidance on data access applications, data management and data governance for sensitive data.


CHQ Statistical Support

CHQ Statistical Support

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UQ SMART hub

UQ SMART Hub

The SMART Hub helps researchers leverage Queensland Health’s integrated electronic Medical Record (ieMR) data to drive healthcare innovation.

Leadership Team

 

Dr Dom Gorse

Dr Dom Gorse

Director, Data Scientist

 

Dr Anne Bernard

Dr Anne Bernard

Head of Statistics

 

Dr Sebastian Lopez Marcano

Dr Sebastian Lopez Marcano

Senior Manager Analytics

 

 

 

 

Life Science and Health Team

 

Dr Anne Bernard

Dr Anne Bernard

Head of Statistics

 

Dr Ahmed Mehdi

Dr Ahmed Mehdi

Senior Biostatistician and Bioinformatician

 

Dr Andrew Jones

Dr Andrew Jones

Senior Biostatistician

 

Dr Julian Zaugg

Dr Julian Zaugg

Senior Bioinformatician

 

Justin Scott

Justin Scott

Biostatistician

 

Mike Thang

Mike Thang

Senior Bioinformatician

 

Valentine Murigneux

Valentine Murigneux

Senior Bioinformatician

 

 

 

 

Agriculture and the Environment Team

 

Dr Sebastian Lopez Marcano

Dr Sebastian Lopez Marcano

Senior Manager Analytics

 

Dr Robert Armstrong

Dr Robert Armstrong

Research Fellow/Senior Research officer

 

Dung Nguyen

Dr Dung Nguyen

Machine Learning and Data Processing Specialist

 

Justin Scott

Justin Scott

Biostatistician

 

Varun Ranganath

Varun Ranganath

Scientific Officer: Biometrician

 

Pravesh Kumar

Pravesh Kumar

Research Software Engineer

 

Buddhi Dayananda

Buddhi Dayananda

Senior Biometric Consultant

 

Dr Vincent Mellor

Dr Vincent Mellor

Senior Biometric Consultant

 

 

Digital Health Team

 

Mark Hoffman

Mark Hoffman

Senior Health Informatician

 

Vitaly Gnyubkin

Vitaly Gnyubkin

 

 
 
 

 

BioCommons UQ

 

Nigel Ward

Dr Nigel Ward

A/Director: Platforms

 

Melissa Burke

Dr Melissa Burke

Training Manager

 

Gareth Price

Dr Gareth Price

Project Lead - Galaxy Australia

 

Igor Manukin

Dr Igor Manukin

User Support - Galaxy Australia

 

Mike Thang

Mike Thang

Senior Bioinformatician

 

 

 

 

Operations Team

 

Aria Liu

Aria Liu

Data Science Training Support

 

 

 

 

 

The Principles of Machine Learning

16 April 2026 9:00am–5:00pm in AI and Data Science

This workshop provides the introduction to machine learning, guiding participants through core concepts, key algorithms, data preparation, and hands-on model building to support research-driven applications. 


RNA-seq using Galaxy

23 April 2026  9:00am–5:00pm in Bioinformatics

This beginner-friendly workshop introduces RNA sequencing and its bioinformatics analysis using the Galaxy platform, guiding participants through key steps from raw data quality control to differential gene expression analysis


Exploring and Predicting using Linear Regression in SPSS

24 April 2026  9:00am–5:00pm in Biostatistics

Learn to explore, analyse, and interpret data relationships using linear regression techniques in SPSS through hands-on, practical sessions.


Easy automated image classification with Python and Roboflow

8 May 2026 9:00am–1:00pm in AI and Data Science

This hands-on workshop teaches the basics of computer vision, guiding participants from dataset creation to training and deploying models in Python using tools like Roboflow.

Logistic Regression

14 May 2026  9:00am–5:00pm in Biostatistics

This workshop provides a practical introduction to logistic regression using R, guiding participants through both the theory and application of modelling binary outcomes for inference and prediction.


Longitudinal and Mixed Model Analysis

21 May 2026  9:00am–5:00pm in Biostatistics

This workshop covers the analysis of longitudinal data in R using Linear Mixed Models, with practical sessions and a focus on biological datasets.


Introduction to SPSS

22 May 2026  9:00am–5:00pm in Biostatistics

Learn how to import, manage, visualise, and conduct basic statistical analyses using SPSS.


The Principles of Machine Learning

28 May 2026 9:00am–5:00pm in AI and Data Science

This workshop provides the introduction to machine learning, guiding participants through core concepts, key algorithms, data preparation, and hands-on model building to support research-driven applications. 


Metagenomics using Galaxy

18 June 2026  9:00am–5:00pm in Bioinformatics

This beginner-friendly workshop introduces metagenomic analysis using MOTHUR in Galaxy, covering key steps like quality control, taxonomic classification, and diversity analysis. It’s ideal for life science researchers with basic Galaxy experience.


Statistical Comparisons using SPSS

19 June 2026  9:00am–5:00pm in Biostatistics

Learn how to select, perform, and interpret common statistical tests using SPSS, with a focus on applying inferential statistics to real-world research data.


Winter School in AI and Predictive Agriculture

13 July 2026  9:00am–5:00pm in AI and Data Science

Learn to explore, analyse, and interpret data relationships using linear regression techniques in SPSS through hands-on, practical sessions.


Introduction to SPSS

17 July 2026  9:00am–5:00pm in Biostatistics

Learn how to import, manage, visualise, and conduct basic statistical analyses using SPSS.


Statistical Comparison Using R

29 July 2026  9:00am–5:00pm in Biostatistics

Learn how to choose, perform, and interpret statistical tests using R, including correlation, contingency tables, chi-square tests, t-tests, and ANOVA, with examples and exercises focused on biological and clinical research.

 

 

General enquiries

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