Modern Issues and Methods in Biostatistics

Nonfiction, Health & Well Being, Medical, Reference, Biostatistics, Computers, Database Management, Science & Nature, Mathematics
Cover of the book Modern Issues and Methods in Biostatistics by Mark Chang, Springer New York
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Mark Chang ISBN: 9781441998422
Publisher: Springer New York Publication: July 15, 2011
Imprint: Springer Language: English
Author: Mark Chang
ISBN: 9781441998422
Publisher: Springer New York
Publication: July 15, 2011
Imprint: Springer
Language: English

Classic biostatistics, a branch of statistical science, has as its main focus the applications of statistics in public health, the life sciences, and the pharmaceutical industry. Modern biostatistics, beyond just a simple application of statistics, is a confluence of statistics and knowledge of multiple intertwined fields. The application demands, the advancements in computer technology, and the rapid growth of life science data (e.g., genomics data) have promoted the formation of modern biostatistics. There are at least three characteristics of modern biostatistics: (1) in-depth engagement in the application fields that require penetration of knowledge across several fields, (2) high-level complexity of data because they are longitudinal, incomplete, or latent because they are heterogeneous due to a mixture of data or experiment types, because of high-dimensionality, which may make meaningful reduction impossible, or because of extremely small or large size; and (3) dynamics, the speed of development in methodology and analyses, has to match the fast growth of data with a constantly changing face.

This book is written for researchers, biostatisticians/statisticians, and scientists who are interested in quantitative analyses. The goal is to introduce modern methods in biostatistics and help researchers and students quickly grasp key concepts and methods. Many methods can solve the same problem and many problems can be solved by the same method, which becomes apparent when those topics are discussed in this single volume.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

Classic biostatistics, a branch of statistical science, has as its main focus the applications of statistics in public health, the life sciences, and the pharmaceutical industry. Modern biostatistics, beyond just a simple application of statistics, is a confluence of statistics and knowledge of multiple intertwined fields. The application demands, the advancements in computer technology, and the rapid growth of life science data (e.g., genomics data) have promoted the formation of modern biostatistics. There are at least three characteristics of modern biostatistics: (1) in-depth engagement in the application fields that require penetration of knowledge across several fields, (2) high-level complexity of data because they are longitudinal, incomplete, or latent because they are heterogeneous due to a mixture of data or experiment types, because of high-dimensionality, which may make meaningful reduction impossible, or because of extremely small or large size; and (3) dynamics, the speed of development in methodology and analyses, has to match the fast growth of data with a constantly changing face.

This book is written for researchers, biostatisticians/statisticians, and scientists who are interested in quantitative analyses. The goal is to introduce modern methods in biostatistics and help researchers and students quickly grasp key concepts and methods. Many methods can solve the same problem and many problems can be solved by the same method, which becomes apparent when those topics are discussed in this single volume.

More books from Springer New York

Cover of the book Lunar Meteoroid Impacts and How to Observe Them by Mark Chang
Cover of the book Computerizing Large Integrated Health Networks by Mark Chang
Cover of the book Progress in Motor Control by Mark Chang
Cover of the book Quantum Phase Transitions in Cold Atoms and Low Temperature Solids by Mark Chang
Cover of the book Ecosystem Geography by Mark Chang
Cover of the book Minimizing Spurious Tones in Digital Delta-Sigma Modulators by Mark Chang
Cover of the book Basic Clinical Anesthesia by Mark Chang
Cover of the book The Dream of Reality by Mark Chang
Cover of the book The Medical Interview by Mark Chang
Cover of the book Combinatorial Methods for Chemical and Biological Sensors by Mark Chang
Cover of the book Data Mining Applications Using Artificial Adaptive Systems by Mark Chang
Cover of the book Multiprocessor Systems on Chip by Mark Chang
Cover of the book On the Periphery of the Periphery by Mark Chang
Cover of the book Handbook of Humor Research by Mark Chang
Cover of the book Internet Resource Pricing Models by Mark Chang
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy