Replay: R vs SAS - which is the better tool in pharmaceutical research

In this special replay of one of our all-time most popular episodes, we dive deep into one of the most debated topics in the pharmaceutical industry: R vs SAS. Together with Thomas Neitmann and my co-host Sam Gardner, we compare these two powerful statistical programming tools from multiple angles — ease of learning, day-to-day usability, community support, visualization capabilities, regulatory acceptance, and more. Whether you are a seasoned SAS programmer, an R enthusiast, or someone deciding which tool to focus on, this conversation will give you valuable insights into where each shines, where they struggle, and how the industry is evolving.

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Replay: R vs SAS - which is the better tool in pharmaceutical research is an episode from The Effective Statistician - in association with PSI by Alexander Schacht and Benjamin Piske, biometricians, statisticians and leaders in the pharma industry.

This episode is 42:29 long.

This episode was published on Aug 11, 2025.

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