Research Biostatistics-Level I: Essential Fundamentals

Research Biostatistics – Essential Fundamentals (Part I) is an introductory course designed to provide students and researchers with the core statistical concepts necessary for understanding, analyzing, and interpreting research data in health and medical sciences.

This course covers descriptive statistics such as percentages, mean, median, mode, and standard deviation, and explains how these measures summarize and represent data. Practical examples are included throughout the course to demonstrate how these concepts are applied in research, particularly in medical and physical therapy studies, epidemiology, and broader healthcare investigations.

Hands-on sessions with SPSS will guide learners in performing statistical tests, interpreting results accurately, and avoiding common pitfalls in data analysis. The course emphasizes both theoretical understanding and practical application, enabling participants to build confidence in their ability to manage and analyze real-world datasets effectively.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Understand and calculate key descriptive statistics.

• Differentiate between normal and skewed data distributions.

• Interpret confidence intervals and p-values in research findings.

• Select and apply appropriate statistical tests for different study designs.

• Critically evaluate the use of statistics in scientific literature and healthcare research.

This course is ideal for students, early-career researchers, and healthcare professionals who wish to strengthen their foundation in biostatistics and enhance their ability to conduct, analyze, and evaluate research effectively and with greater accuracy.