An ISDS-Based Initiative for Conventions for Biosurveillance Data Analysis Methods

The panel will seek consensus for a plan to establish standards for technical analysis of biosurveillance data. The scope of a conventions group could include specification of practical problems, statistical monitoring and follow-up methods, and alternative use applications such as clinical decision support. A primary goal is removal of obstacles to relevant, replicable research and to direct collaboration between public health practitioners and the academic community.