| Epidemiology: Principles and Practical Guidelines 2013 Edition Contributor(s): Van Den Broeck, Jan (Editor), Brestoff, Jonathan R. (Editor) |
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ISBN: 9400798571 ISBN-13: 9789400798571 Publisher: Springer OUR PRICE: $208.99 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: May 2015 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Medical | Epidemiology - Medical | Ethics - Medical | Oncology - General |
| Dewey: 174.2 |
| Physical Information: 1.3" H x 6.14" W x 9.21" (1.96 lbs) 621 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This textbook presents epidemiology in a practical manner, contextualized with discussions of theory and ethics, so that students and professionals from all academic backgrounds may develop a deep appreciation for how to conduct and interpret epidemiological research. Readers will develop skills to: -Search for and appraise literature critically, -Develop important research questions, -Design and implement studies to address those questions, -Perform and interpret fundamental statistical estimations and tests, -Consider the ethical implications of all stages of research, -Report findings in publications, and -Advocate for change in the public health setting. Epidemiology is and will remain a discipline in motion, and this textbook aims at reflecting this dynamism and keeping pace with its momentum. This textbook is not only a classroom tool with high utility but also an essential reference and guide for those engaging in research involving human subjects. |