About Book
The Textbook of Biostatistics and Research Methodology is a comprehensive academic resource developed to help students and researchers understand the fundamental principles of statistics and their applications in pharmaceutical and biomedical research. The book begins with a clear explanation of the basic statistical concepts such as measures of central tendency, including mean, median, and mode, supported with relevant pharmaceutical examples for better understanding. It further discusses measures of dispersion like range and standard deviation, which are essential for analyzing the variability of experimental data. The text introduces correlation and regression analysis, including Karl Pearson’s coefficient of correlation, curve fitting, and multiple regression techniques to explain relationships between variables. Concepts such as standard error of regression and interpretation of statistical relationships in pharmaceutical research are also described in detail. A significant portion of the book is devoted to probability and statistical distributions, including binomial, normal, and Poisson distributions, which help researchers understand uncertainty in experimental outcomes. The book also explains important statistical concepts such as population, sample, sampling techniques, null hypothesis, alternative hypothesis, and types of statistical errors. The concept of standard error of the mean and its practical significance in pharmaceutical studies is clearly illustrated. In addition, the text covers both parametric and non-parametric statistical tests such as the t-test, ANOVA, Wilcoxon Rank Sum Test, Mann-Whitney U Test, Kruskal-Wallis Test, and Friedman Test. These statistical methods help researchers analyze and interpret research data accurately. The book also introduces research methodology, including research design, experimental planning, and ethical considerations such as plagiarism. Various graphical methods for data presentation, including histograms, pie charts, contour plots, and response surface plots, are explained to improve the visualization of data. The text further discusses advanced topics such as clinical trial design, observational studies, cohort studies, and protocol development. Sample size determination and statistical planning for research studies are also included. Practical guidance on statistical analysis using modern software tools like Excel, SPSS, MINITAB®, and R is provided to support data analysis in research. The book also covers design and analysis of experiments, including factorial design and response surface methodology used in pharmaceutical optimization studies. Each chapter is written in a clear and systematic manner to help students grasp statistical concepts easily. Practical examples from pharmaceutical and biomedical research are included to bridge the gap between theory and application. The text aims to strengthen analytical and research skills among students and researchers. Overall, this textbook serves as an essential guide for pharmacy, biomedical, and life science students who wish to develop a strong foundation in biostatistics and research methodology.
About Author
Prof. (Dr.) Dhruv Taneja is a distinguished academician, clinician, and researcher in the field of physiotherapy and research sciences, with over 16 years of academic and clinical experience. He currently serves as Dean of the Faculty of Allied & Healthcare Professions at RUHS, Jaipur, and as Principal of Swasthya Kalyan College of Physiotherapy, Jaipur. He is also associated as Chief Consultant at The Royal Orthopedic Hospital & Sports Injury Center, where he contributes extensively to patient care and rehabilitation. Dr. Taneja holds Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Physical Therapy from Padmashree Institute, RGUHS, Bengaluru, along with a PhD. His academic and research contributions include 41 scientific publications, three granted patents, and five books and book chapters. With an H-index of 5 and i10-index of 3, his work reflects a strong commitment to evidence-based practice and innovation. He is widely recognized for integrating academic knowledge with clinical expertise to advance physiotherapy education and practice.
Dr. Mhaveer Singh obtained B. Pharm from Uttar Pradesh Technical University, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh and earned his higher education (M. Pharm and Ph.D.) from Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry at Hamdard University, New Delhi. He has also engaged in postdoctoral research as Dr. DS Kothari Postdoctoral Fellowship awarded by UGC, Govt. of India. Currently working as associate professor in Pharmacy Academy, IFTM University, Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh. He is having 16 years of experience in various fields in academic and scientific research for herbal drug development. During this tenure, he has published 60 research, review articles and conference papers in journals of academic repute. He has also published 03 books and many book chapters and presented many papers in different national and international conferences held in India and Abroad. He is member of many scientific associations, and expertise of research in natural products. He received many awards and participated in various national and international conferences and FDPs, substantial contribution in leadership, training and management.
MS. Viny Dave is an Assistant Professor in Pharmaceutics with over 7 years of academic experience in pharmacy education and research. She holds an M.Pharm from Barkatullah University and a B.Pharm from Vikram University. Her expertise includes teaching, curriculum development, and examination management, with significant administrative roles in diploma pharmacy programs. She has contributed multiple research publications in reputed pharmaceutical journals, focusing on drug delivery systems and pharmacogenomics. Ms. Dave has actively participated in national and international conferences, workshops, and faculty development programs. Her academic interests center on innovative teaching methods and advancements in drug discovery and development.
Dr. Pooja Jha is presently working as an Assistant Professor at Department of Food Technology, JAIN (Deemed-to-be University), Bengaluru, India. She completed her B. Tech in Food Technology from West Bengal University of Technology, M. Tech in Food Science and Technology from Sambalpur University and PhD. In Food Biotechnology from the prestigious Institute of Chemical Technology, Mumbai. Her academic achievements are complemented by hands-on industry experience and active participation in professional workshops and conferences. Her research domain includes exploring food for their essential nutrients, their health benefits, food supplements, and nutrient interactions. Her area of expertise also includes probiotics, synbiotics and biofilms.
Mrs. Ritu Bharti is an Associate Professor at Smt. Vidyawati College of Pharmacy, Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh. She completed her graduation from Bundelkhand University, Jhansi, and earned her M.Pharm. in Pharmaceutics in 2010 from H.N.B. Garhwal University (Central University), Srinagar, Uttarakhand. With over 15 years of experience in teaching and research, she has guided more than 50 graduate students and 3 postgraduate students. She has also organized two national seminars and continues to contribute actively to pharmaceutical education and research. Her primary areas of interest include drug delivery systems, formulation development, and novel approaches in pharmaceutics.
