Call for Contributions: Beyond the Hype - Synthetic Data in Research and Analytics

MRS Advanced Data Analytics (ADA) Network, in collaboration with the RSS Social Statistics Group, is inviting contributions for a face-to-face event exploring the real-world use of synthetic data in research and analytics.

Synthetic data is often described as revolutionary, but in practice its application is not new, and it is rarely straightforward. This event aims to move beyond theory and hype to focus on what people have actually done, what they have learned, and where the limits lie.

We are inviting contributions from individual MRS and RSS Members that take a considered, evidence-based look at the role of synthetic data in research and analytics, focusing on real-world application, limitations and learning rather than hype.

Event details

• Date: Thursday 24 September
• Time: 3.00–5.00pm
• Location: MRS, London
• Format: Short case study presentations followed by moderated discussion and panel debate

How to submit

We are inviting expressions of interest for case study presentations and panel participation. Please indicate clearly which type of contribution you are submitting for. You are welcome to put yourself forward for both.

Submission deadline: 1 June via our online form. 

This event supports the MRS Campaign for Better Data - Because our tomorrow depend upon trusting data today

Misinformation and data quality issues pose a growing risk, which technology has the potential to magnify. Against this backdrop, MRS is calling on the research sector to increase its vigilance - boosting standards and future-proofing our sector. Discover our resources to help you improve trust in data.