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Balding:
Handbook of Statistical Genetics
By David J Balding, Martin Bishop and Chris Cannings
2008 (3rd ed), 1616 pages, $355 list
The Handbook for Statistical Genetics is widely regarded as the reference work in the field. The 3rd edition contains a much expanded section on Network Modeling, including 5 new chapters covering metabolic networks, graphical modeling and inference and simulation of pedigrees and genealogies.
Campbell:
Medical Statistics: A Textbook for the Health Sciences
By Michael J Campbell, David Machin and Stephen Walters
2007 (4th ed), 344 pages, $38 list
Provides students and practitioners with a clear, concise introduction to the statistics they will come across in their regular reading of clinical papers.
Everitt:
Modern Medical Statistics: A Practical Guide
By Brian S Everitt
2002 (1st ed), 256 pages, $45 list
Modern Medical Statistics covers the essential new techniques at an accessible technical level, its main focus being not on the theory but on the effective practical application of these methods in medical research.
Freeman:
How to Display Data
By Jenny Freeman, Stephen Walters and Michael J Campbell
2008 (1st ed), 120 pages, $34 list
This new addition to the popular “How to” series explains how to present data in journal articles, grant applications or research presentations clearly, accurately and logically, increasing the chances of successful publication.
Harris: Medical Statistics Made Easy
By Michael Harris and Gordon Taylor
2003 (1st ed), 114 pages, $20 list
Short, readable, and useful, this book provides necessary, basic information without becoming bogged down in the mathematical detail that often puts so many readers off statistics. It covers all the ground necessary to critically evaluate the statistical elements of medical research papers in an approachable way.
Kirkwood: Essentials of Medical Statistics
By Betty R Kirkwood and Jonathan AC Sterne
2001 (2nd ed), 512 pages, 90 illus, $59 list
Presents statistics with clarity and provides comprehensive coverage of advanced and basic methods. Includes the most common regression models and statistical methods. Emphasizes the appropriate methods for analysis and measures of association and impact.
Petrie: Medical Statistics at a Glance
By Aviva Petrie and Caroline Sabin
2005 (2nd ed), 160 pages, 65 illus, $30 list
Provides a concise and accessible introduction and revision aid for anyone wanting a straightforward introduction to this complex subject. Following the familiar, easy-to-use at a Glance format, each topic is presented as a double-page spread with key facts accompanied by clear, informative tables, formulae and graphs.
By Sylvia Wassertheil-Smoller
2004 (3rd ed), 243 pages, $35
If you need to know anything basic about Biostatistics and Epidemiology, this book belongs in your library! It ensures that the reader comes away with a better understanding of the topics of Biostatistics and Epidemiology, as a result of the authors' genuine desire to convey information in a clear, concise, relevant, understandable, and very readable way.
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