The International Association for Statistical Computing (IASC) announces the Data Analysis Competition 2025. IASC is an Association of the International Statistical Institute (ISI) whose objectives are to promote the theory, methods, and practice of statistical computing, and to foster interest and knowledge in effective and efficient statistical computing through international collaboration among researchers and professionals in statistics, computer science, and related fields at universities, organizations, institutions, governments, and the general public worldwide, converting data into actionable information and knowledge. For the 2025 Data Analysis Competition, the presentation of the winning poster will be supported by a travel grant (up to 1,500 EUR). This presentation can take place at the 65th ISI World Statistics Congress in The Hague (5 - 9 October 2025) or at any other conference organised by IASC . Winners will also be invited to submit a manuscript for potential publication (following peer review) in IASC’s Journal of Data Science, Statistics, and Visualisation. In addition, IASC will sponsor the registration fee at the 65th ISI WSC and one year IASC membership to all authors of submissions selected by the Committee on Data Analysis Competition; see the website for an overview of IASC membership benefits. Motivated by the current state of the world, the theme of the 2025 competition centers on data analysis of climate change and related events, exploring their impacts. Participants may also investigate associated topics, such as for instance sustainability. Analyses may focus on individuals, specific regions or countries, continents, or the global scale. Most importantly, submissions should clearly highlight the significance of their findings and, if possible, propose practical solutions. The primary data set may come from one or more databases but connecting information from different databases may help to obtain interesting and original conclusions. Entries must be submitted as a poster in PDF format, clearly specifying the source of data by listing the relevant URLs and steps required to obtain the data.
The competition is open to everyone who is interested in presenting their poster at WSC 2025. Participants may work individually or in small groups of up to five members on their posters. Final submissions (PDF) are due on 6 June 2025. Submit to the IASC website.
