Epidemiology Conference 2026

Conference · Epidemiology

Epidemiology Conference 2026

14 to 15 October 2026Hampton Inn by Hilton, Boston Seaport, USA

RWE Connect 2026 is the real-world evidence summit where epidemiology takes center stage: the methods, the data and the science of studying populations in the real world.

Two days in Boston with the epidemiologists, biostatisticians and regulators shaping the field.

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    150+Attendees
    60%Director / VP and Above
    40+Speakers
    200+Meetings Facilitated

    Why this one

    Why Epidemiologists Gather Here

    Real-world evidence is where modern epidemiology meets regulatory and commercial impact. This is where the field gathers to shape what comes next.

    The Whole RWE-Epi Field
    Every corner of real-world epidemiology in one place.
    A Senior-Only Room
    150+ leaders, around 60% Director or VP and above.
    Methods & Data
    The science behind credible evidence.
    Causal Inference at the Core
    Rigorous cause and effect from real-world data.
    Regulatory & Safety Impact
    Where epidemiology changes decisions.
    Two Days in Boston
    The Seaport District, October 2026.

    The agenda flow

    Inside the Two Days

    The program moves from the big picture to the practical, and from the methods to the decisions. Here is how it flows.

    Step 1
    Opening KeynotesThe big themes set the tone for two days.
    Step 2
    Study Design & MethodsThe science behind credible evidence.
    Step 3
    Real-World Data & Causal InferenceFrom data to defensible conclusions.
    Step 4
    Safety & Regulatory EvidenceWhere epidemiology changes decisions.
    Step 5
    Partnering & NetworkingThe meetings that make the trip worth it.
    Step 6
    Closing & ReflectionsThe wrap, and where the field goes next.

    The agenda themes

    What Is On the Agenda for Epidemiology

    The program is built around the themes that matter most to epidemiology in a real-world evidence world.

    Study Design & Methods
    The designs behind credible evidence.
    Real-World Data
    Sources, quality and linkage.
    Pharmacoepidemiology
    Drug safety and effectiveness at scale.
    Causal Inference
    Target trial emulation and beyond.
    Safety & Pharmacovigilance
    Real-world safety monitoring.
    AI & Analytics
    New tools for population data.

    The speakers

    Who Takes the Stage

    The agenda draws speakers from across the epidemiology and real-world evidence ecosystem.

    Epidemiology Leaders
    Those shaping the methods.
    Regulators & Policy Voices
    How epidemiology meets regulation.
    Biostatisticians
    The quantitative backbone.
    RWE & Data Scientists
    The methods and the models.
    Pharma Epidemiology Teams
    Those who run the studies.
    Academic Experts
    The research advancing the field.

    Who is in the room

    Who Attends RWE Connect 2026

    A senior, focused audience, with epidemiology and biostatistics strongly represented.

    60%Director / VP and Above
    Director / VP and AboveOther senior roles
    Epidemiology & Biostatistics26%
    RWE & Real-World Data22%
    Clinical & Regulatory16%
    Safety & Pharmacovigilance14%
    HEOR & Market Access12%
    Research, Academia & Startups10%

    Seniority is confirmed: 150+ attendees, around 60% at Director or VP level and above. The functional mix shown is indicative; confirmed registration splits are shared with sponsors from the live delegate list.

    The experience

    What to Expect

    Two days built for learning, debate and the meetings that move work forward.

    Keynote Sessions
    Big-picture talks from the field’s leaders.
    Expert Panels
    Debate on the questions that matter.
    Practical Workshops
    Hands-on, method-focused sessions.
    The Partnering Lounge
    Pre-scheduled one-to-one meetings.
    Networking
    Two days with 150+ senior peers.
    The Exhibition
    Meet the data, tech and service providers.

    The sponsors

    Sponsor and Exhibit

    The exhibition and sponsorship program puts data, methods and technology providers in front of the buyers. These are the main ways to take part.

    Headline Sponsorship
    Own the room as the lead partner.
    Exhibition Stands
    A presence on the show floor.
    Speaking Opportunities
    A slot on the agenda.
    The Partnering Lounge
    Guaranteed meetings with target buyers.
    Branding & Visibility
    Your brand across the event.
    Delegate Access
    Reach the audience before and after.

    Get involved

    Ways to Take Part

    Whether you want to learn, present or partner, there is a place for you at RWE Connect 2026.

    Attend
    Join 150+ senior peers for two days in Boston.
    Speak
    Share your work with the room from the stage.
    Sponsor
    Put your organization in front of the audience.

    Sponsor RWE Connect 2026

    Reach the Epidemiology and RWE Community

    Put your organization in front of the people who generate real-world evidence: 150+ attendees, around 60% at Director or VP level and above.

    Reach the BuyersEpidemiology, RWE and regulatory leaders in one room.
    Pre-Scheduled 1:1 MeetingsName the buyers you want; the Partnering Lounge books the meetings before the doors open.
    Demos and SpeakingShow your data, methods and platforms to the field.

    RWE Connect 2026

    Get the Event Overview

    See the full agenda themes and the evidence trends shaping the field, then join the epidemiology community in Boston.

    • The full agenda and session tracks
    • The kinds of speaker on stage
    • How to attend, speak or sponsor

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      Epidemiology Conference 2026: Common Questions

      Is RWE Connect 2026 an epidemiology conference?

      RWE Connect 2026 is a real-world evidence summit where epidemiology is central. Its agenda covers study design, real-world data, causal inference and pharmacoepidemiology, making it a key event for epidemiologists working in life sciences.

      When and where is RWE Connect 2026?

      14 to 15 October 2026 at the Hampton Inn by Hilton, Boston Seaport District, Boston, MA.

      Who attends RWE Connect 2026?

      Around 200 senior professionals in real-world evidence, epidemiology, HEOR, biostatistics and regulatory science, about 60% at Director or VP level and above.

      What epidemiology topics are on the agenda?

      Study design and methods, real-world data, pharmacoepidemiology, causal inference, safety and pharmacovigilance, and AI and analytics.

      Is the conference relevant for pharmacoepidemiologists?

      Yes. Pharmacoepidemiology, safety surveillance and real-world safety evidence are core themes at RWE Connect 2026.

      How do I attend RWE Connect 2026?

      You can register to attend, apply to speak, or partner as a sponsor. Get in touch through the site to secure your place.

      Can I speak at RWE Connect 2026?

      Yes. Speaking opportunities are available for leaders with compelling real-world evidence and epidemiology work to share. Enquire through the site.

      How can my organization sponsor RWE Connect 2026?

      A range of sponsorship and exhibition packages is available. See the sponsorship page for options and to request the prospectus.

      Is RWE Connect 2026 in person?

      Yes. It is an in-person summit in Boston, built around face-to-face sessions, networking and pre-scheduled meetings.

      What is the format of the conference?

      Two days of keynotes, expert panels, practical workshops, a partnering lounge, networking and an exhibition.

      How many people attend?

      Around 200 senior attendees, with 40+ speakers and more than 200 pre-scheduled meetings facilitated.

      Why attend an epidemiology-focused RWE event?

      Because real-world evidence is where modern epidemiology meets regulatory and commercial impact, and RWE Connect 2026 brings the methods, data and decision-makers together.

      Join the Movement. Shape the Future.

      Be part of a community that’s redefining how the world measures healthcare impact.

      Join us at RWE Connect 2026
      where data meets decisions.

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