Experimental Design and Data Analysis for Biologists

This textbook is a must-have for advanced undergraduates and postgraduates studying biostatistics or experimental design in biology-related areas, providing clear and jargon-free explanations of statistical concepts and a holistic approach to understanding the relationship between statistics and experimental design. It includes further-reading recommendations, worked examples, and hands-on online resources to support learning.

Format: Hardback
Length: 405 pages
Publication date: 07 September 2023
Publisher: Cambridge University Press

This renowned textbook, a staple in the field of biostatistics and experimental design, has remained the go-to resource for advanced undergraduates and postgraduates delving into these disciplines. Spanning a comprehensive range of topics, it delves into linear models, common regression and ANOVA methods, mixed effects models, model selection, and multivariate methods, all of which are essential tools employed by biologists. Requiring only a foundational understanding of introductory statistics and basic mathematics, the book offers clear and jargon-free explanations to demystify statistical concepts. Taking a holistic approach, it aims to help students grasp the interconnectedness between statistics and experimental design. Each chapter includes further-reading recommendations, along with practical examples drawn from contemporary biological literature. These examples reflect modern settings, methodologies, and equipment, encompassing a diverse array of biological research areas. To enhance the learning experience, the book is accompanied by hands-on online resources, including real-world data sets, fully executable R code for replicating analyses, and additional review questions and exercises for each chapter. By providing a comprehensive and up-to-date resource, this textbook equips students with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in biostatistics and experimental design, enabling them to make meaningful contributions to the field of biology.

Weight: 1140g
Dimension: 260 x 210 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781107036710
Edition number: 2 Revised edition