Biostatistics

Research activities of the Division of Biostatistics span a wide range of topics dealing with clinical, epidemiological, and genetic studies of a number of disorders of considerable public health importance, providing research opportunities at both theoretical and applied levels. Several research projects involve close interaction and collaboration with a number of research groups at the Medical Center. The present core research programs of the division deal with clinical trials, coordinating center activities, and family studies and genetic epidemiology.

The Clinical trials core research focuses on the development and implementation of research protocols for collaborative research both within the University and with collaborators across the country. The division actively contributes to all facets of the studies, including the design of the trials, sample size calculations, protocol development, database management, quality control, analysis of data, and manuscript preparation.

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Highest honor DeBaun elected to Institute of Medicine Oct. 15, 2009 -- DeBaun Download Michael R. DeBaun has been elected to the Institute of Medicine of the National Academy of Sciences, one of the highest honors medical scientists in the United States can receive. DeBaun was recognized for his major contributions to the advancement of the medical sciences, health care and public health.

Making sure no habitat is isolated Study on wildlife corridors shows how they work over time Dec. 1, 2008 -- Ellen Damschen & Forest Service Download A new paper on ecological corridors co-authored by Washington University biologists Ellen Damschen and John Orrock in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Science, was published online Dec. 1 as part of a special issue on movement ecology. This research reveals that by understanding how species move, you can predict if and how corridors work.

The more the merrier Study: Bird diversity lessens human exposure to West Nile Virus Oct. 6, 2008 -- When the red, red robin comes bob, bob bobbin' along, think West Nile Virus (WNV). This one's for the birds. A study by biologists at Washington University in St. Louis shows that the more diverse a bird population is in an area, the less chance humans have of exposure to West Nile Virus (WNV). Now, let's hear it for the birds. "The bottom line is that where there are more bird species in your backyard, you have much lower risk of contracting West Nile fever," said Brian Allan, doctoral candidate in biology in Arts & Sciences at Washington University in St. Louis.

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Michael DeBaun Professor of Pediatrics, Biostatistics and Neurology DeBaun Download Dr. DeBaun is a professor of pediatrics, biostatistics and neurology and directs the Sickle Cell Medical Treatment and Education Center at St. Louis Children's Hospital. He is board-certified in pediatrics and pediatric hematology/oncology. He received a MPH in epidemiology from The Johns Hopkins University ... Expertise: overgrowth cancer predisposition syndromes, public health issues, sickle cell disease Media assistance: (314) 286-0120 / westerhousej@wustl.edu

Kenneth Ludmerer Professor of History of Medicine Ludmerer served as Instructor of internal medicine to the chief resident, Barnes Hospital and Washington University School of Medicine from 1976-79. He became professor of medicine and of history in Arts & Sciences in 1979, an appointment which he still holds. Other past positions held by Ludmerer ... Expertise: history of medicine Direct contact: (314)362-8073 / kludmere@im.wustl.edu

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Why some people live longer than others is new major study Senior Journal.com and 2 others Sept. 16, 2004 -- School of Medicine researchers will head an ambitious study of people who live exceptionally long and healthy lives to identify the factors that account for their longevity. School of Medicine biostatistics and genetics professor Michael Province will lead the team and School of Medicine biostatistics professor Ingrid Borecki, will co-direct the project, assisted by J. Philip Miller and a team from the School of Medicine's Division of Biostatistics.

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