The Medical Research Council (MRC) Biostatistics Unit (BSU) is one of the largest groups of biostatisticians in Europe, and a major centre for research, training and knowledge transfer in biostatistics.
Research
Our research themes range from biostatistical machine learning to population health.
Population Health |
Causal Mechanisms |
Precision Medicine |
Biostatistical MachineLearning |
Efficient Study Designs
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Latest news
Nikita Mozgunov receives NIHR Development and Skills Enhancement Award
12 March 2026
Many congratulations to Research Associate at the BSU, Nikita Mozgunov , who has been awarded an NIHR Development and Skills Enhancement (DSE) Award. The NIHR DSE award is a postdoctoral level funding opportunity, designed to support early to mid-career researchers in gaining specific skills and experience to advance their...
BSU participate in exclusive event on using AI to revolutionise clinical trials
3 March 2026
Cambridge University Health Partners (CUHP) and Cambridge Centre for AI in Medicine (CCAIM) brought together leading industry and academic researchers to explore the potential of AI transforming clinical trials. The exclusive, invite-only event was held on Tuesday 24 February at The Ray Dolby Centre at the University of...







