Biostatistics Unit

Services

The Biostatistics Unit provides a wide spectrum of services:

1. Research design to ensure the integrity of the research protocol, including:
   • guidance on preparation of grant proposals
   • identification of the most efficient design and planning of research studies
   • assistance with devising effective sampling strategies
   • help with sample size determination and power calculations, and
   • hypothesis development
2. Data analysis using standard statistical techniques and powerful state-of-the-art methods, including:
   • advice on what software to use
   • graphical representation of data
   • analysis using routine and advanced statistical procedures
   • examination of model assumptions through diagnostic tests
3. Interpretation of results: interpretation of statistical analyses to enhance communication of the results in a clear, meaningful way, including:
   • clear descriptions of methods used to analyze the data
   • detailed reporting of the analysis results
   • assistance with report writing for granting agencies
   • assistance with manuscript preparation
4. Short courses and workshops: customized short courses and workshops on various statistical topics, including:
   • Bayesian methods
   • meta-analysis methods
   • writing workshops
   • statistical consulting
   • multivariate statistical methods