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.) Naresh Kalra is serving in the field of Pharmaceutical Sciences since last more than 16 years. He completed his graduation in Pharmacy from, Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra and Post-graduation from Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra. He has completed his Master of Business administration degree from Guru Jambheshwar University, Hisar. He has completed his doctorate in Pharmaceutical Sciences from SRU, Alwar. He is a life member of various pharmaceutical professional bodies like Association of Pharmaceutical Teachers of India (APTI), Indian Pharmacy Graduate Association (IPGA) Association of Pharmacy Professionals (APP) & Indian Pharmaceutical Association (IPA). He is also working as Editorial Board Member of various Journals of International repute. He has published more than 60 publications in Peer reviewed various National & International Journals. He has guided 20 PG scholars, 35+ UG Students. & Eight Ph.D Research scholars completed their work under his guidance for doctoral work. Dr. Kalra delivered many lectures on various recent topics related to pharmaceutical field. He has been awarded with Best faculty of the Year award, Best Researcher Award, Innovative Teachers of the year award and many more. His area of research is Novel Drug Delivery: Nano-formulations, Analytical work, Transdermal, Buccal, Gastroretentive, Matrix tablets, Microspheres etc.
Dr. Deepika Varshney is an accomplished academician and researcher in the field of Geography, currently serving as Associate Professor and Head, Department of Geography at NIMS University, Jaipur. She also holds important administrative roles as Principal of the School of Humanities and Social Sciences and Deputy Director of the Research Cell at the university. She earned her Ph.D. in Geography from Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) and has a strong academic background with a Gold Medal in B.A. (Hons.) Geography. With extensive teaching, research, and administrative experience, she has supervised several Ph.D. scholars and postgraduate dissertations. Dr. Varshney has published numerous research papers in national and international journals and has actively participated in many academic conferences and workshops. Her research interests include urban geography, socio-economic development, women empowerment, migration, and regional plan
Prof. (Dr.) Bhoomika is an esteemed academician and researcher, currently serving as a Professor at Department of Life Sciences, School of Biosciences & Technology (SBT), Galgotias University, Greater Noida (U.P.). With a strong foundation in education and a passion for research, she has carved a niche for herself in the field of Biosciences. She holds a doctoral degree from the renowned university, Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi, where she completed her PhD in 2013. Prior to this, she has received the degree of M.Sc. (Biochemistry) in 2005 and BSc (Zoology, Botany, Chemistry) in 2003 from Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar University, Agra. Her commitment to academic excellence was further demonstrated through the qualification of National Eligibility Test (CSIR-UGC-NET) in June 2005 and Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) in 2005 and 2006. In addition to her academic achievements, Prof. Bhoomika is a recipient of prestigious accolades, including being awarded the National Post Doctoral Fellowship (N-PDF) from DST-SERB, Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) as well as Senior Research Fellowship (SRF) from DST and Research Fellowship from UGC. Her doctoral and post-doctoral research is majorly focused in the area of crop physiology and biochemistry. She has published her research work extensively in highly reputable journals and national/international conferences. Her research account is also feathered with several patents. She has an extensive experience of working at the laboratories of various premier institutes like National Institute of Plant Genome Research (NIPGR), New Delhi, Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), commonly known as the Pusa Institute, New Delhi, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, Defence Institute of Physiology and Allied Sciences (DIPAS), DRDO, Delhi for around 19 years. Her work has made significant contributions to the field, and she continues to inspire students and peers alike through her passion for teaching and research. Besides scholarly contributions in research, she is a distinguished teaching professional from around 12 years and has a vast experience of teaching a wide range of courses to BSc, MSc and PhD students viz. Biochemistry, Biomolecules, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Cytogenetics and Plant Breeding, Genetics, Genetic Disorders, Biology for Engineers, Environmental Science, Bioinstrumentation and Biotechniques, Bioinformatics and other allied courses. With her vast research and teaching experience, she has several edited and text books in her account. Her zeal of learning and polishing skills is prominent through her active participation in various training programs/refresher courses/short term certificate courses, time to time. With her wealth of knowledge, experience, and dedication to advancing the frontiers of knowledge, Prof. (DR.) Bhoomika remains a prominent figure in academia and research, shaping the future of students through her teaching, research, training programs and mentorship.
Dr. Ritesh Kumar is a Professor in the department of Pharmaceutics at Sharda School of Pharmacy, Sharda University Agra, Uttar Pradesh with 19.5 years of teaching and research experience. He holds 15 Indian and 12 International patents, has authored 10 books, and has over 40 peer-reviewed research/ review papers in various national and international journals. He has been awarded the best research paper, best poster, and best faculty member for his outstanding contribution. He has guided more than 20 M. Pharm. students. His research interests include the formulation and optimization of gastroretentive, fast-release, and nanotechnology-based drug delivery systems. He has also been an invited speaker for many scientific meetings, seminars, and conferences.
Dr. Pichika Mallikarjuna Rao is a Professor and Dean of Research at Newcastle University, UK (Malaysia Campus, NuMed). With over 35 years of experience in teaching and research, he has made significant contributions to the field of pharmaceutical sciences, particularly in drug discovery. His work focuses on the development of novel therapeutic agents and advancing scientific understanding in medicinal research. Dr. Rao has guided numerous researchers and students, and his academic leadership has played an important role in promoting high-quality research and innovation. He is widely recognized for his contributions to drug development and biomedical research at both national and international levels.
