BIOL 561 - Statistical Methods for Scientific Research

Institution:

Case Western Reserve University

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Description:

This course will introduce students to traditional and novel statistical methods useful for experimental scientists. The emphasis will be on understanding theory and techniques that are used in research. We shall consider problems from astronomy, biology and particle-astro physics. The course will also cover topics of interest to engineers. Current collaborative research problems of the instructor will motivate some of the advanced statistical techniques. Topics to be covered include: Measuring uncertainty and probability distributions (low and high dimensional); point and interval estimation; curve fitting; likelihood and score type tests required for an experiment; posterior probabilities; dealing with small samples (which arise in search experiments); over- and under-coverage using confidence belts; and Monte Carlo simulation methods for planning experiments and evaluating the statistical significance of the results. "GGobi" and "R" open source software will be used for visualization (via dynamic and interactive graphics) and exploring high-dimensional data. Offered as BIOL 561 and PHYS 561.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.case.edu

Phone Number:

(216) 368-2000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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