Basics of Biostatistics: A Manual for Medical Practitioners

Pages: 556,
Specialty: Epidemiology & Public Health,
Publisher: Jaypee,
Publication Year: 2018,
Cover: Paperback,
Dimensions: 159x241x25.4mm

Biostatistics is the branch of statistics that deals with data relating to living organisms. This manual is a comprehensive guide to biostatistics for medical students. Beginning with an overview of bioethics in clinical research, an introduction to statistics, and discussion on research methodology, the following sections cover different statistical tests, data interpretation, probability, and other statistical concepts such as demographics and life tables. The final section explains report writing and applying for research grants and a chapter on `measurement and error analysis' focuses on research papers and clinical trials. Key Points Comprehensive guide to biostatistics for medical studentsCovers research methodology, statistical tests, data interpretation, probability and moreIncludes other statistical concepts such as demographics and life tablesExplains report writing and grant application in depth show more

Weight: 0.67 KG