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Statistical expertise serving sensory science: data analysis, training, research, custom analytical tool development, and methodological auditing to strengthen your analyses, practices and decisions.
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Explore our free applications for sensory & consumer research
Sensory & Preference Studio
From sensory and consumer data to product insights.
Assess your panel performance, characterize your products, explore consumer liking, and uncover what drives preference.
A free application by SensElevation
Product Similarity Studio
Turn Sensory discrimination tests into business decisions.
Test product similarity based on what matters for your business decision, with tools to design, analyse and interpret sensory discrimination studies.
A free application by SensElevation
Services
Transforming Data into Decisions
Get more from your data with expert statistical analysis.
I analyse your sensory and consumer data to provide reliable results, make the most of your data, and translate the findings into clear business conclusions and recommendations.​
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âś” Robust statistical analyses tailored to your objectives
âś” Advanced modelling, visualisation and segmentation when relevant
âś” Expert interpretation of results
âś” Clear recommendations based on your data
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You receive:
• Confidence in your results and conclusions
• Deeper insights from your data
• Clear, actionable recommendations to support your decisions
Custom Software Solutions
Your analyses. Your workflow. Your software.
If your team regularly performs the same analyses and prepares the same outputs, I turn that workflow into custom software built around your needs.
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âś” Upload your data and run your analyses in a few clicks
âś” Automate your usual tables, visualizations and statistical outputs
âś” Generate ready-to-use Excel or branded PowerPoint reports
âś” Keep your analyses consistent and reproducible
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You get:
• Less time spent on repetitive analysis and reporting
• A tool containing only the features you actually need
• Consistent, ready-to-use deliverables
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Methodological consulting and support
Make the right methodological choices for your project.
I support you in selecting, adapting and validating the most appropriate analytical methods for your objectives and data, from study design to complex statistical challenges.
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âś” Selection and validation of appropriate statistical methods
âś” Adaptation of analytical approaches to your specific data and objectives
âś” Solutions for complex or non-standard methodological challenges
âś” Study design and expert guidance when needed
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You obtain:
• Reliable and well-justified methodological choices
• Analytical approaches tailored to your specific challenges
• Confidence in the robustness of your analyses and conclusions
Research and development of analytical methods
When existing methods cannot answer your problem, develop a new one.
Drawing on my experience as XLSTAT’s R&D Manager and Lumivero’s Head of Quantitative Research, I develop and validate tailored statistical methods for complex or novel challenges.
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âś” Development of new statistical methods and algorithms
âś” Extension and improvement of existing methodologies
âś” Implementation, testing and documentation
âś” Support for scientific publication and dissemination
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You obtain:
• A method specifically designed for your problem
• A validated solution ready for implementation
• Scientific support to strengthen and promote your innovation
Training
Build the statistical expertise your team needs.
My practical and rigorous training programs help your teams understand statistical methods, apply them correctly and become more autonomous. All courses can be delivered using XLSTAT, SensElevation Free Software, JAMOVI, JASP or R, and can incorporate AI.
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âś” Training tailored to your team’s level and objectives
âś” Methods dedicated to sensory and consumer research
âś” Hands-on practice with realistic or your own data
âś” Strong focus on understanding and practical application
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You obtain:
• Skills your team can immediately apply
• Greater confidence in choosing and using the right methods
• More autonomy in future analyses and projects
Audit of methodological practices
Make sure your analytical practices are as robust as they should be.
I independently assess your current methods, analyses and workflows to identify strengths, risks and opportunities for improvement.
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âś” Review of your statistical and methodological practices
âś” Identification of inconsistencies and potential risks
âś” Assessment of robustness and reproducibility
âś” Prioritised recommendations for improvement
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You obtain:
• An independent and evidence-based assessment
• A clear, prioritised improvement plan
• More reliable and consistent practices across future studies
ABOUT ME
Fabien Llobell, PhD
Data & Analytics Expert
Sensory Analysis • Consumer & Market Insights
I began my career with a PhD in statistics and sensory analysis at the Oniris laboratory in partnership with XLSTAT, where I developed advanced statistical methods applied to sensory data. This research laid the foundations of my expertise, especially in clustering methods, sensory data quality and multivariate analysis.
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I then joined the XLSTAT team, first as a statistical developer and later as the manager of the R&D team, where I was responsible for the methodological evolution of the software. I subsequently spent three years as Head of Quantitative Research at Lumivero, leading strategic projects at the intersection of software development, statistical innovation and client support.
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Over the years, I have gained a unique understanding of the sensory statistics landscape. No one is more familiar with the XLSTAT Sensory module, having overseen its design, improvement and validation. My work has involved methodological research, software development, R&D team management, advanced user support and algorithm validation.
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Several major features of XLSTAT’s sensory module originate directly from my research and applied experience.
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My scientific contributions include numerous publications in collaboration with leading figures in sensory analysis, as well as the creation of original methods now implemented in XLSTAT and in the R package ClustBlock, downloaded around 40,000 times. Among these methods are CLUSTATIS and CLUSCATA, which are now widely used in the scientific community. These contribution list can be downloaded below.
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I actively participate in disseminating knowledge about sensometrics:
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Regular presentations at major conferences in the sensory field: Pangborn, Eurosense, Sensometrics, as well as international statistics conferences such as JSM and SDSS.
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Member of the board of the Sensometric Society, the leading international scientific association for statistics in sensory analysis.
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Organization and delivery of training courses, including Sensometrics tutorials at Pangborn and Eurosense conferences, as well as support for companies and institutes.
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Today, I support organisations through analysis, consulting, training, research, development and methodological auditing in sensory statistics, combining scientific rigour with clear communication to ensure understanding and immediate practical application.
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Beyond my scientific and professional activities, I am deeply committed to competitive sport, regularly participating in tennis and padel tournaments, several of which I have won.
This competitive background reflects the same mindset I bring to my work: long-term commitment, discipline, continuous improvement and the determination to deliver reliable, high-quality results, even in demanding and high-pressure contexts.
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TRAINING
Training catalogue
Access a unique training catalogue organised into five complementary families: sensory data analysis, statistics & data science, best practices, software, and advanced expertise, combining methodological rigour, innovative approaches, and immediate practical application using your preferred software.
These training programs include advanced and innovative methods designed to help you go further in the analysis and interpretation of your data.
All courses can be customized to fit your specific needs. Practical examples can be delivered using XLSTAT, SensElevation Free Software, JAMOVI, JASP, or R, depending on your preference. Artificial intelligence can also be integrated into the training sessions.
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Get the full training catalogue below:
