Book description
“We highly recommend it-not just for statistically terrified biology
students and faculty, but also for those who are occasionally anxious
or uncertain. In addition to being a good starting point to learn
statistics, it is a useful place to return to refresh your memory.”
-The Quarterly Review of Biology, March 2009
"During the entire course of my Ph. D. I've been
(embarrasingly) looking for a way to teach myself the fundamentals
of statistical analysis. At this point in my education, I've come to
realize that often times, simply knowing the basics is enough for
you to properly apply even the most complex analytical methods.
'Statistics for Terrified Biologists' has been just such a book - it
was more than worth the I spent on it, and while my 'book clubs'
aren't meant to be reviews, I highly recommend the book to anyone
who's in a similar predicament to my own." -Carlo Artieri's
Blog Book Club
The typical biology student is “hardwired” to be wary of any tasks
involving the application of mathematics and statistical analyses, but
the plain fact is much of biology requires interpretation of
experimental data through the use of statistical methods.
This unique textbook aims to demystify statistical formulae for the
average biology student. Written in a lively and engaging style,
Statistics for Terrified Biologists draws on the author's 30
years of lecturing experience. One of the foremost entomologists of
his generation, van Emden has an extensive track record for
successfully teaching statistical methods to even the most guarded of
biology students.
For the first time basic methods are presented using straightforward,
jargon-free language. Students are taught to use simple formulae
accurately to interpret what is being measured with each test and
statistic, while at the same time learning to recognize overall
patterns and guiding principles. Complemented by simple illustrations
and useful case studies, this is an ideal statistics resource tool for
undergraduate biology and environmental science students who lack
confidence in their mathematical abilities.
Helmut van Emden recently retired as Professor of
Horticulture and Entomology at the University of Reading, UK.
