Join us in the heart of New England for the 2026 Stata Conference. Kick off the event with a preconference workshop on 30 September, then stay for two full days of networking and Stata exploration on 1–2 October.
Walk the historic Freedom Trail, explore world-class institutions like the Museum of Fine Arts and MIT, or enjoy fresh seafood alongside the harbor. Whether you’re diving into rich colonial history, catching a game at Fenway Park, or strolling through charming neighborhoods, Boston offers an inspiring blend of tradition, innovation, and culture. Experience the energy of this iconic city while connecting with fellow Stata users from around the world.
All users are encouraged to submit abstracts to present at the 2026 Stata Conference.
A subset will be chosen from submitted abstracts for either a short (15-minute) or a long (25-minute) presentation (both to be followed by 5 minutes for questions).
Any topic related to Stata or relevant to Stata users is appropriate, including the following:
New community-contributed commands for model estimation, graphing, data management, results reporting, or other purposes
New approaches for using Stata together with other software
Innovative use or evaluations of existing Stata commands
New analytic methods of particular relevance to Stata users
Case studies of using Stata for applications in various disciplines
Methods and resources for teaching statistics with Stata or for teaching the use of Stata
For examples of past presentations, view the proceedings page.
Poster proposal submissions are welcome from all Stata users, including students and new professionals.
A poster presentation is a great way to share your work and experience, allowing for direct and immediate feedback. Each poster should provide opportunities for attendees to learn about applied methods relevant to Stata users.
All abstracts must be received by 27 April 2026.
If you would like to discuss an idea for a presentation or have questions about the program format, please contact us directly. Presentations longer than 25 minutes will be considered at the discretion of the committee. Accepted speakers will be asked to attend and present at the conference in person.
Please submit an abstract of no more than 200 words (ASCII text, no math symbols) using the web form below.
Include a short informative title, and indicate whether you wish to be considered for a short (15-minute) or long (25-minute) presentation or poster session. In addition, if your presentation has multiple authors, please identify the presenter, for whom the conference registration fee will be waived.
Presenters will also be asked to provide the organizers with electronic materials (a copy of the presentation and any programs or datasets, where applicable), as well as a professional headshot.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from Stata experts on 30 September, the day prior to the conference. This three-hour session will offer an in-depth look at a key topic in Stata.
Details and registration information will be available soon.
The scientific committee plays a vital role in organizing the Stata Conference. From reviewing abstracts for the program to promoting community engagement, the committee helps foster an exciting, diverse, and informative event for both new and longtime Stata users. We look forward to seeing you in Boston!
Have questions about the Stata Conference? Our FAQs have you covered. Discover important details on registration, logistics, and more.
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The 2026 Stata Conference will be held between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. EDT on Thursday, 1 October, and Friday, 2 October, in Boston, Massachusetts. Everyone is also invited to attend our preconference workshop on Wednesday and our annual users' dinner on Thursday night. The venue, accommodations, and more details will be announced soon.
The Stata Conference is open to users of all disciplines and experience levels, bringing together a unique mix of experts and professionals. You will hear from Stata users at the top of their fields, as well as Stata's own researchers and developers. Presentation topics will include new community-contributed commands, methods and resources for teaching with Stata, new approaches to using Stata together with other software, and much more. Anyone interested in Stata is welcome to attend.
Yes! The Stata community is full of users from all disciplines, including people you may have met online but would like to meet in person. There will be breaks between sessions where you can take a moment to talk to the people around you and an open panel discussion where you can ask questions and share feedback with Stata developers.
Everyone is also invited to join an optional users' dinner Thursday night.
Want to start socializing now? Follow @Stata on X. Throughout the conference, we will be live tweeting using the conference hashtag #Stata2026.
The conference presentations will not be recorded, but proceedings and slides will be made available on this page in the following weeks after the conference.
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