Population Approach Group of India (PAGIN) 2011; Hands on Introductory level workshop on NONMEM, June 2-4 at PSG coimbatore, India

Dear nmusers, We are pleased to announce the “Workshop on data analysis using NONMEM” organized by Population Approach Group of India (PAGIN). PAGIN is a non-profit group in India, devoted to sharing and furthering knowledge and skills in Population based data analysis. PAGIN conducts annual workshops, and has held three workshops so far. These were received well and appreciated by the NONMEM learning community in India. PAGIN is hosting its fourth training course, "An introductory workshop on data analysis using NONMEM from 2nd - 4th June 2011 and registration is now open. Please log onto http://psgimsr.in/pagin.html for further details. *Workshop Theme: * The hands on workshop will teach participants how to analyze pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic data using NONMEM. This is an introductory course designed for participants with no previous experience of NONMEM, although we welcome those who have limited experience and wish to expand their knowledge base. *Course faculty:* The course will be taught by experienced and accomplished faculty. * Prof. Krishna Devarakonda, M.Pharm., PhD, FCP., *Director - Clinical Pharmacology & Pharmacokinetics, Covidien, Hazelwood, 63042, MO, USA* *will be the expert faculty. Other co-faculty for this program is: *Mr. Martin Johnson*, Research Scholar, University of Groningen, The Netherlands, *Dr. Surulivel Rajan* and *Dr. Thiyagu* of Manipal College of Pharmaceutical sciences. The course will run for 3 days comprising lectures and hands- on computer sessions. Each participant will be allocated a computer during the hands on sessions to maximize their learning experience. Sessions will be interactive and problem-based using real datasets. The course has been restricted to 30 places, so please register quickly to avoid disappointment. *Work shop and the Conference will be held at: * PSG Institute of Medical Sciences & Research, Coimbatore, Tamilnadu, India. Pin : 641 004 Ph : +91 - 422 - 2570 170 - Extension : 5802 Fax : +91 - 422 - 2594 400 E-mail : psgpagin_at_gmail.com *Course fees:* 1. Student : Rs. 2000* 2. Academic Faculty : Rs. 4000* 3. Industry : Rs. 15000 * Please provide proof from your Head of Institution Please log onto the website http://psgimsr.in/pagin.htm or contact *Dr .S. Ramalingam*, Principal, PSG IMSR, Coimbatore, at 0422 - 2570170 -ext: 5802 *Dr.M. Surulivel Rajan* at (+91- 9886921414) Regards Surulivel Rajan.M Secretary PAGIN