About Book
Pharmaceutical sciences depend on the ability to transform observations into reliable evidence. Whether developing a formulation, evaluating a therapeutic intervention, assessing product quality, or interpreting clinical findings, sound decisions require an understanding of data and the methods used to analyse them. Biostatistics and data analytics therefore form an essential part of pharmaceutical education, research, and professional practice.
Applied Biostatistics and Data Analytics for Pharmaceutical Sciences has been conceived to make these disciplines accessible, relevant, and practically meaningful. Its central purpose is to bridge the gap between statistical principles and their application to pharmaceutical problems, helping readers develop both analytical competence and confidence in interpreting scientific evidence.
The approach adopted connects the foundations of biostatistics with the broader process of working with pharmaceutical data. Data collection, organisation, presentation, analysis, and interpretation are treated as related activities, each influencing the reliability of the final conclusion. Emphasis is placed on selecting methods appropriate to the research question, recognising their assumptions, and communicating findings clearly. Statistical significance is considered alongside effect size, uncertainty, and pharmaceutical or clinical relevance.
About Author
Dr. Hanumanthachar Joshi, Professor & Principal, Sarada Vilas College of Pharmacy, Mysuru, Karnataka, his research interests are neurosciences, behavioral psychopharmacology, herbal psychotropics, standardization of phytopharmaceuticals, Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease. Has 26 years of experience in teaching and research. He has Published 352 research and review papers in scientific journals. He is the Chief Editor of International Journal of Community Pharmacy and is a member of editorial boards of various national and international journals including Indian Drugs. His books - Guiding Light- Navigating the Landscape of Dementia (3500 copies sold, available on amazon /flipkart), Live your Life with dementia (5000 copies sold, 4th reprint, available on amazon /flipkart), Marevu roga mattu nirvahane, Ageing and Cancer- Patient Caregiver Perspectives (2000 copies- 4th reprint, available on amazon /flipkart).
Dr. Sulochana Beeraka, M.Sc., Ph.D., is an accomplished academician and researcher currently serving as an Assistant Professor at Chebrolu Hanumaiah Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, India. With over 10 years of teaching and research experience, she has established herself as a dedicated educator and a skilled researcher in the fields of biostatistics and pharmaceutical research methodologies. Dr. Beeraka's academic and research interests focus on Design of Experiments (DoE), Response Surface Methodology (RSM), Applied Statistics, and Biostatistics, with particular emphasis on their applications in pharmaceutical research, formulation optimization, and experimental data analysis. Her expertise enables researchers and students to adopt statistically sound approaches for designing experiments, optimizing pharmaceutical formulations, and interpreting scientific data with greater accuracy and reliability. Throughout her academic career, Dr. Beeraka has actively contributed to scientific research through the publication of 18 research articles in reputed national and international journals. Her scholarly work reflects a strong commitment to promoting evidence-based research, advanced statistical methodologies, and innovative analytical techniques in pharmaceutical and biomedical sciences. As an educator, Dr. Beeraka is committed to mentoring students, fostering analytical thinking, and encouraging research-driven learning. She actively supports the integration of statistical tools into pharmaceutical education and research, helping students and researchers enhance the quality and reproducibility of their scientific investigations. Through her continued dedication to teaching, research, and academic excellence, Dr. Sulochana Beeraka remains committed to advancing pharmaceutical sciences by promoting the effective application of biostatistics and experimental design in modern healthcare research.
Dr. Yuvraj L. Pandhare is a distinguished academician and pharmaceutical professional with over 20 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry and higher education. He began his career at Lyka Laboratories Ltd., Tarapur, where he contributed to the successful US FDA approval of tablet manufacturing processes. Over the years, he has held several key academic leadership positions, serving as Principal at reputed pharmacy institutions across Maharashtra. His expertise encompasses pharmaceutical education, institutional leadership, research, and academic administration. Dr. Pandhare has made notable contributions to the profession through five patents, four textbooks, and several research publications in national and international peer-reviewed journals. His work reflects a strong commitment to innovation, quality in pharmaceutical education, and research excellence. Currently, he serves as the Principal of Shree Pushpasen Sawant College of Pharmacy, where he continues to promote academic excellence, foster research, and mentor future pharmacy professionals. His career exemplifies a harmonious blend of industrial expertise, academic leadership, and an enduring commitment to advancing pharmaceutical sciences.
Mr. Bhaveshkumar B. Makwana, M.Sc., is an accomplished academician and researcher currently serving as an Assistant Professor of Chemistry at Gujarat Arts and Science College, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India. With over eight years of teaching and research experience, he has developed expertise in medicinal chemistry, bioinorganic chemistry, computational chemistry, and interdisciplinary pharmaceutical research. Mr. Makwana's research focuses on the design, synthesis, and development of bioactive transition-metal complexes for therapeutic applications. His work integrates advanced computational and experimental approaches to facilitate the discovery of novel drug candidates with improved biological activity. His areas of expertise include Density Functional Theory (DFT), molecular docking, molecular dynamics (MD) simulations, Computer-Aided Drug Design (CADD), and Structure–Activity Relationship (SAR) studies, enabling the rational design and optimization of bioactive molecules. He has made valuable scholarly contributions through the publication of 13 research articles in reputed Scopus-indexed international journals, reflecting his commitment to high-quality scientific research and innovation. His research interests also extend to the application of biostatistics and data analytics in pharmaceutical and chemical sciences, where he utilizes statistical methodologies for experimental design, data interpretation, and validation of biological and computational investigations. As an educator, Mr. Makwana is dedicated to fostering scientific curiosity, analytical thinking, and research excellence among students. He actively promotes interdisciplinary collaboration by integrating synthetic chemistry, computational modeling, and statistical analysis to address contemporary challenges in drug discovery and pharmaceutical research. Through his continued efforts in teaching, research, and innovation, he remains committed to advancing modern medicinal chemistry and contributing to the development of next-generation therapeutic agents.
Dr. Heena A. Parmar, M.Sc., Ph.D., is an accomplished academician and researcher currently serving as an Assistant Professor of Chemistry at Gujarat Arts and Science College, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India. With over eight years of teaching and research experience, she has established herself as a dedicated educator and an emerging researcher in the fields of computational chemistry, medicinal chemistry, and pharmaceutical research. Dr. Parmar's research primarily focuses on in silico drug discovery, integrating advanced computational techniques to identify and optimize bioactive molecules for therapeutic applications. Her areas of expertise include Density Functional Theory (DFT), molecular docking, virtual screening, and Computer-Aided Drug Design (CADD). Through these methodologies, she contributes to the rational design of novel drug candidates and the advancement of modern medicinal chemistry. She has made significant scholarly contributions through the publication of 11 research articles in reputed Scopus-indexed international journals, reflecting her commitment to high-quality research and scientific innovation. Her work emphasizes the application of computational tools to accelerate drug discovery while improving the efficiency and reliability of pharmaceutical research. In addition to her research in computational chemistry, Dr. Parmar has a keen interest in the application of biostatistics and data analytics for the analysis, interpretation, and validation of computational and pharmaceutical data. She actively promotes evidence-based research practices and interdisciplinary collaboration by integrating computational modeling with statistical methodologies. Through her dedication to teaching, research, and continuous professional development, Dr. Heena A. Parmar remains committed to advancing pharmaceutical and chemical sciences while inspiring students and young researchers to pursue excellence in scientific research and innovation.
