Essential Statistics for Bioscientists
About this book
Dive into the most common statistical tests and software packages used for scientific data analysis and interpretationÂ
In Essential Statistics For Bioscientists, experienced university and bioscientist Dr Mohammed Meah delivers easy access to statistical analysis and data presentation. It is a great resource for students in the field of life and health sciences to conceptualize, analyze, and present data. This book uses three popular and commonly used statistics softwaresâMicrosoft Excel, Graphpad Prism, and SPSSâand offers clear, step-by-step instructions for essential data analysis and graphical/tabular display of data. Â
Beginning with fundamental statistics terminology and concepts, including data types, descriptive statistics (central and spread of data), exploratory statistics (graphical display) and inferential statistics (hypothesis testing and correlation), the content gradually builds in complexity, explaining which statistical test is best suited and how to perform it. Â
- A thorough introduction to basic statistical terms and building up to an advanced level of statistical application- ideal for those new to study of statisticsÂ
- Extensive application of three popular software packages- Microsoft Excel, Graphpad Prism and SPSSÂ
- Numerous hands-on examples of performing data analysis using Microsoft Excel, Graphpad Prism, and SPSSÂ
- Considers the limitations and errors of statistical analysisÂ
- Essential reading for those designing and planning a research project in BiosciencesÂ
Perfect for undergraduate students in the life and health sciences, Essential Statistics For Bioscientists will also earn a place in the libraries of anyone studying medicine, nursing, physiotherapy, pharmacy, and dentistry requiring a refresher or primer on statistical fundamentals.Â
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Table of contents
- Essential Statistics for Bioscientists
- Contents
- ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
- LIST OF WORKED EXAMPLES OF STATISTICAL TESTS
- Introduction
- 1 Basic Statistics
- 2 Displaying and Exploring Sample Data Graphically
- 3 Choosing The Appropriate Statistical Test For Analysis
- 4 Inferential Statistics: Parametric Tests
- 5 Inferential Statistics: Non-parametric Tests
- 6 Using Excel: Descriptive and Inferential Statistics
- 7 Using Prism: Descriptive and Inferential Statistics
- 8 Using SPSS: Descriptive and Inferential Statistics
- 9 Misuse and Misinterpretations of Statistics
- Appendix 1 Historical Landmarks in Statistics
- Appendix 2 Common Statistical Terms
- Appendix 3 Common Symbols Used in Statistics
- Appendix 4 Standard Formulas
- Appendix 5 How to Calculate Sample Size
- Appendix 6 Familiarisation with GraphPad Prism
- Appendix 7 Answers to Sample Problems
- Appendix 8 Standard Critical Tables
- REFERENCES
- INDEX
- EULA
