Overview
- lllumination of each step of the research process demystifies practical aspects of producing scientific evidence
- A step-by-step approach allows readers to develop, implement, interpret, and report epidemiological research
- Integration of theory, practice, and ethics prepares readers to become conscientious researchers
- Discussions of contemporary approaches and topics alongside emerging paradigm shifts situates readers at the forefront of epidemiological research
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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.
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“This book follows the logical stages of a research project while introducing the major epidemiological concepts and practices. … For students and practitioners such as field epidemiologists, this book is very important. … it is most appropriate for epidemiology students working on their dissertations or researchers (MD, resident) who want to start a research project. … This is a very interesting book because of its practical nature and thoroughness for field epidemiologists. It is an excellent addition to epidemiology advanced courses … for PhD students.” (Ousmane Diallo, Doody’s Book Reviews, July, 2013)Editors and Affiliations
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Bibliographic Information
Book Title: Epidemiology: Principles and Practical Guidelines
Editors: Jan Van den Broeck, Jonathan R Brestoff
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-007-5989-3
Publisher: Springer Dordrecht
eBook Packages: Medicine, Medicine (R0)
Copyright Information: Springer Science+Business Media Dordrecht 2013
Hardcover ISBN: 978-94-007-5988-6Published: 08 May 2013
Softcover ISBN: 978-94-007-9857-1Published: 19 May 2015
eBook ISBN: 978-94-007-5989-3Published: 22 April 2013
Edition Number: 1
Number of Pages: XVIII, 621
Topics: Epidemiology, Statistics for Life Sciences, Medicine, Health Sciences, Medicine/Public Health, general, Public Health, Theory of Medicine/Bioethics