3

Consultancy Services

Get expert guidance on experimental design, data analysis, and interpretation.

Our Consultancy Process

From understanding your goals to delivering tailored solutions, we follow a clear and collaborative process:

R
\

1. Initial free consultation

A 30-minute call with PR Stats to understand your research needs.
R
\

2. Expert matching

We identify and contact potential experts in our network, then assign the most suitable one to your project.

R
\

3. Follow-up free consultation with your expert

You’ll meet your assigned expert to discuss the data and scope of work. This allows us to confirm feasibility, estimate time required, and provide a quote.

R
\

4. Proposal & timeline

We send a clear proposal outlining deliverables, timescales, and pricing. Once approved, work begins.

R
\

1. Initial free consultation

A 30-minute call with PR Stats to understand your research needs.
R
\

2. Expert matching

We identify and contact potential experts in our network, then assign the most suitable one to your project.

R
\

3. Follow-up free consultation with your expert

You’ll meet your assigned expert to discuss the data and scope of work. This allows us to confirm feasibility, estimate time required, and provide a quote.

R
\

4. Proposal & timeline

We send a clear proposal outlining deliverables, timescales, and pricing. Once approved, work begins.

Expert Support for Your Research

Beyond our courses, PR Stats offers personalised consultancy services to help researchers overcome analytical challenges and get the most out of their data.

Support comes in many forms – don’t hesitate to reach out!

1. Consultancy

PR Stats Consultancy draws on the expertise of our experienced instructors, many of whom also lead our training courses, to offer high-quality consulting across a broad range of scientific disciplines.

Our consultants are experts in data handling, statistical modelling, analysis, and interpretation. They provide tailored, actionable guidance to support professionals in research, academia, and industry.

PR Stats is currently involved in three ongoing projects, providing monthly data analysis along with support and advice on data collection and experiment design.

Whether you’re a scientist, research team, academic institution, or private organisation, we deliver precise, insightful support to help you advance your goals with confidence.

2. Bespoke / In-House Training

We build customised training solutions tailored to your unique objectives. From content design to delivery, we work closely with you to ensure sessions match your team’s needs, background, and learning goals.

Delivered by experienced instructors, our bespoke courses provide personalised instruction that’s both flexible and impactful. Past training topics have included:

• Applied Bayesian Modelling in Ecology
• Advanced R Programming
• An introduction to R for Social Scientists
• Spatial Analysis of Ecological Data
• Machine learning for Genomic Data
• Time-Series Analysis for Paleoclimate Data
• Social Network Analysis
• Meta-analysis in Clinical Research
• Introduction to Mixed Models using R
• Interactive Maps using R

We offer case-by-case pricing, allowing us to develop a training plan that suits your budget without compromising on quality.

Our clients include universities, government departments, local authorities, and private companies who appreciate our tailored, effective approach.

3. R Shiny App Development

We design and build custom R Shiny applications to support data visualisation, modelling, and teaching.

Recent examples include tools for:

• Interactive visualisation of spatial data
• Simulated population genetics models for teaching
• Real-time dashboards for ecological field monitoring

We’re currently developing;

• A Shiny app to support comparative genomics workflows in fungal datasets.
• A Shiny app to estimate fish abundance from electrofishing data

If you have an idea for an app or need development support, we’d love to hear from you.

4. Manuscript Writing & Revision

Need help getting your research manuscript submission-ready? Our team offers:

• Statistical methods write-ups
• Guidance on presenting results clearly and appropriately
• Full manuscript editing and revision support
• Help responding to peer reviewer comments

Whether you’re preparing your first draft or finalising a resubmission, we can provide the clarity and technical confidence your paper needs.

5. Tuition and Coaching

Need one-to-one help with coding or data analysis? We’ll connect you with a suitable expert to guide you through the technical aspects of your work.

This service focuses on hands-on support with software and analysis—not interpretation. If you need help drawing conclusions or designing studies, our consultancy services are a better fit.

6. Conference / Workshop Support

Running a scientific event? PR Stats can enhance your conference or workshop with expert facilitation and technical support.

Our team can oversee practical sessions, troubleshoot issues, and provide hands-on guidance to help participants fully engage with the content. Whether it’s a breakout workshop or a large-scale training day, we ensure things run smoothly and effectively.

Still have questions?

Can’t find the answer you’re looking for? Please chat to our friendly team.