Christopher Schmid

Christopher Schmid is a distinguished Professor of Biostatistics at Brown University School of Public Health.17 He joined the Brown faculty in 2012 and has served as the chair of the Department of Biostatistics.34

Academic Background and Expertise

Dr. Schmid holds a PhD in Statistics from Harvard University (1991) and a BA in Mathematics from Haverford College (1983).1 His research focuses on:

• Methods and applications for meta-analysis, particularly Bayesian methods and software
• Predictive models derived from combining data from different sources
• Clinical trials, especially N-of-1 trials (single person multiple crossover studies)
• Meta-regression and multivariate methods, including network meta-analysis

Professional Achievements

• Fellow of the American Statistical Association (ASA)1
• Elected member of the Society for Research Synthesis Methodology1
• Founding Editor of the journal Research Synthesis Methods1
• Statistical editor for the American Journal of Kidney Diseases1
• Former Chair of the Section on Health Policy Statistics at ASA1

Current Roles and Responsibilities

At Brown University, Dr. Schmid:

• Directs the Biostatistics, Epidemiology and Research Design (BERD) Core of Advance-RI Clinical and Translational Research12
• Leads the Evidence Synthesis Academy, an AHRQ-funded training program in evidence synthesis1
• Is a founding member of the Center for Evidence Synthesis in Health1

Recognition and Service

• Received the Shadish Recognition for Extraordinary Service from the Society for Research Synthesis Methodology in 20235
• Serves on various committees, including the FDA Drug Safety and Risk Management Advisory Committee1
• Consults extensively with government, academia, and industry1

Dr. Schmid has published extensively in leading general medical journals and top subspecialty journals, collaborating with numerous medical and public health scientists throughout his career.16