Statistics for Laboratory Scientists and Clinicians

Understanding the underlying principles of statistical techniques and effectively applying statistical methods can be challenging for researchers at all stages of their career. This concise, practical guide uses a simple, engaging approach to take scientists and clinicians working in laboratory-based life science and medical research through the steps of choosing and implementing appropriate statistical methods to analyse results. The author draws on her extensive experience of advising students and researchers over the past 30 years, breaking down complex concepts into easy-to-understand units. Practical examples using free online statistical tools are included throughout, with illustrations and diagrams employed to keep jargon to a minimum. Sample size calculations and considerations are covered in depth, and the book refers to types of data from experiments that clinicians and lab-based scientists are likely to encounter. Straightforward, accessible and encouraging throughout, this is a go-to reference for researchers who want to achieve statistical autonomy.

• Takes readers through calculations completed using free online statistical tools, with screenshots of steps included, allowing readers to try out the calculations themselves
• Simplifies and conveys challenging concepts in a straightforward manner, comforting the reader into knowing how to tease apart statistical concepts and apply statistics in a meaningful manner
• Contains many examples of sample size calculations, enabling readers to understand how hypothesis testing, quantifying measurable outcomes and sample size are all linked