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biostatistics

American  
[bahy-oh-stuh-tis-tiks] / ˌbaɪ oʊ stəˈtɪs tɪks /

noun

(used with a singular verb)
  1. the application of statistics to biological and medical data.


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Origin of biostatistics

First recorded in 1945–50; bio- + statistics

Example Sentences

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This gives short shrift to the foundational curriculum in genetics, biochemistry, biostatistics and epidemiology.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 12, 2026

It cited Vinay Prasad, a professor of epidemiology and biostatistics and medicine at UC San Francisco, who praised the NIH move on his blog.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 9, 2025

However, the challenge has always been to interpret this vast and detailed dataset, says Xiang Zhou, professor of biostatistics at the University of Michigan School of Public Health and senior author of the study.

From Science Daily • Jun. 6, 2024

Dr Peter Campbell, a professor of epidemiology and biostatistics at the college, said eliminating the financial burden meant his students were able to choose their paths in medicine without worrying about what it might pay.

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2024

It’s important to first think about whether you made the right resolution, said Tyler J. VanderWeele, an epidemiology and biostatistics professor and director of the Human Flourishing Program at Harvard University.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 2, 2024

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