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The Clinical
Research Center (CRC) provides assistance with biostatistical issues for
research projects. All investigators are encouraged to consult with a
biostatistician prior to submitting a protocol to the CRC.
Obtaining biostatistical
advice early on in a project can often greatly improve the chances of the
study successfully meeting its objectives. In addition, all protocols
supported by the CRC must first be approved by the CRC Scientific Advisory Committee
(SAC). Inadequate statistics and power sections is one of the most common
reasons for the GAC to request revisions rather than approving the
protocol. Consulting a biostatistician early on can prevent the need for
revision.
Projects eligible to
receive CRC biostatistical help must be clinical projects involving human
subjects. Priority will be given to development and support of protocols
utilizing CRC resources, and to projects applying for future funding
support which utilize the CRC. Because CRC-funded support is limited to
a half-time statistician, investigators who require statistical support for
data management and analysis should plan such support in their grant
applications.
Areas where the CRC
biostatistician can provide input and assistance include the following:
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Assistance with study design issues
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Sample size determination and statistical power calculation
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Questionnaire/data collection form design
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Choice of appropriate
methods of statistical analysis
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Writing analysis plans and statistical sections for grant
applications
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Interpretation of results of statistical analyses
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Review of statistical sections of manuscripts to be
submitted
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Statistical analysis of data
If you have questions about the statistics on your
CRC
application, please contact Mr. Spencer to make an appointment:
Horace J "Trey" Spencer, MS
501-526-6719
spencertrey@uams.edu |
