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Biostatistics for Big Data Applications
The University of Texas Medical Branch
  • Start Date: 01 Nov, 2016
  • Self-Paced
  • Study Content: Videos


Learn data analysis basics for working with biomedical big data with practical hands-on examples using R.

Course Fee: Free
Certificate Cost: 49.00 USD
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Course Description

This course is made available through the eLearnAfrica and Edx partnership.

This course provides a broad foundation of statistical terms and concepts as well as an introduction to the R statistical software package. The topics covered are fundamental components of biostatistical methods used in both omics and population health research.


Working with biomedical big data presents many challenges; familiarity with common statistical terms and definitions, and understanding basic statistical theory will help you overcome those challenges.


Topic-specific information and examples will be followed by self-assessment opportunities for you to gauge your understanding. In addition, practice datasets and exercises will be provided for you to improve your R programming skills.

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The University of Texas Medical Branch

The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) was the state’s first academic medical center and has been at the forefront of educational, research, and clinical excellence since its founding in 1891. Today, UTMB has campuses in Galveston, League City, and Angleton and is one of the largest, fastest growing academic health centers in the U.S. with more than 3,200 students and 900 faculty. The University includes schools of Medicine, Nursing, Health Professions, and Graduate Biomedical Sciences; three institutes for advanced study; a major medical library; a network of hospitals and clinics that provide a full range of primary and specialized medical care; and numerous research facilities. UTMB is a part of The University of Texas System and a member of the Texas Medical Center. Our explicit mission is to improve health for the people of Texas and around the world.

This institution is available on eLearnAfrica through partnership with Edx.

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