Introduction to Biostatistics

Biostatistics is a fundamental discipline in health sciences that provides the tools and methods necessary for collecting, analyzing, interpreting, and presenting health-related data. It plays a critical role in evidence-based healthcare, clinical research, public health, and epidemiological investigations by enabling researchers and healthcare professionals to make informed decisions based on scientific evidence. An understanding of biostatistical concepts such as data types, measures of central tendency and dispersion, probability, hypothesis testing, confidence intervals, and statistical significance is essential for designing robust studies and accurately interpreting research findings. This webinar aims to introduce participants to the basic principles of biostatistics, its applications in healthcare and research, and the importance of statistical reasoning in scientific decision-making. Through practical examples and simplified explanations, attendees will gain a foundational understanding of how biostatistics supports research quality and contributes to advancements in healthcare.

This webinar will provide an overview of the fundamental concepts and applications of biostatistics in health research and clinical practice. Participants will be introduced to basic statistical terminology, types of data, descriptive and inferential statistics, hypothesis testing, p-values, confidence intervals, and the interpretation of research results. The session will emphasize the role of biostatistics in evidence-based decision-making, study design, and scientific publication. By the end of the webinar, attendees will have a clearer understanding of how statistical methods are applied in healthcare research and will be better equipped to critically evaluate scientific literature and research findings.