Biostatistics
Lecture 1
Introduction
1
, What is Statistics?
“Statistics is the science which deals
with collection, classification and
tabulation of numerical facts as the
basis for explanation, description
and comparison of phenomenon”.
2
, Biostatistics
• Biostatistics can be defined as the application
of the mathematical tools used in statistics to
the fields of biological sciences and medicine.
• Biostatistics is a growing field with applications
in many areas of biology including
epidemiology, medical sciences, health
sciences, educational research and
environmental sciences.
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Lecture 1
Introduction
1
, What is Statistics?
“Statistics is the science which deals
with collection, classification and
tabulation of numerical facts as the
basis for explanation, description
and comparison of phenomenon”.
2
, Biostatistics
• Biostatistics can be defined as the application
of the mathematical tools used in statistics to
the fields of biological sciences and medicine.
• Biostatistics is a growing field with applications
in many areas of biology including
epidemiology, medical sciences, health
sciences, educational research and
environmental sciences.
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