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BIOSTATISTICS

At NCEPH, Biostatistics refers to all methods of Statistical Science that have application in population health research.

Biostatistics plays two major roles at NCEPH. Biostatistical methods are applied to all our quantitative studies to ensure that the designs are efficient and that the studies have a size that allow strong conclusions to be drawn.

The other role is biostatistical research. This focuses on developing new statistical methods for the diverse range of multidisciplinary studies conducted at NCEPH. Of special interest are

• spatial analysis,
• the design and analysis of studies of disease that pose a small risk per unit time (e.g. cancer, deep vein thrombosis)
• analysis of infection transmission and its control, including the design of vaccine trials and methods for evaluating vaccine effects and vaccination strategies.
• genetic epidemiology, to utilise the enormous expansion in data on genomes,
• methods for analysis of quality-of-life data
• longitudinal studies of work and health.

Illustrations of this biostatistical work can be found in the publications of Niels Becker, Peter Caley, Mark Clements, Keith Dear, Kathryn Glass and Lynette Lim.

Together with on-site exposure to real studies and access to expertise in various health-related disciplines, the vigorous program of biostatistical research at NCEPH provides an ideal and unique training environment for students.