[Data analysis by statistical models]

No To Hattatsu. 1992 Mar;24(2):127-33.
[Article in Japanese]

Abstract

The basic idea for the realization of effective statistical data analysis is illustrated with an example. The use of statistical models is explained and the feasibility of objective comparison of the models by an information criterion AIC is demonstrated. Further, the possibility of practical use of Bayesian models for complex data analysis is explained. Finally, the necessity of cooperation between the experts of respective fields and statisticians for further development of statistical data analysis is mentioned.

Publication types

  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Data Interpretation, Statistical*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Models, Statistical*