The purpose of the Biostatistics Core is to provide statistical support for Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center investigators in the design, analysis, and reporting of cancer research projects.

Services provided include:

  • Consultation on study design, selection of outcome variables, and formulation of hypotheses
  • Specification of appropriate methods of data analysis
  • Sample size estimation
  • Protocol development
  • Generation of randomization schedules
  • Data analysis
  • Assistance in preparation of manuscripts
  • Education and training

Assistance is available on all types of projects, ranging from clinical trials to basic science experiments. By consulting the Core early in the design of a study,

  • Your time may be used more efficiently
  • You may learn more from your research
  • Your papers may be more readily published
  • Your protocols may have a smoother route through the Protocol Review Committee

To request support for a new project, please complete an online request form. After submitting the form, you will be contacted by a Core member to schedule a meeting to discuss your research and statistical needs.

Biostatistics Core

Contact us

Director: Brian J. Smith, PhD
Office: N311 CPHB
Phone: 1-319-384-1587
brian-j-smith@uiowa.edu

Gideon J. Zamba, PhD
Office: N350 CPHB
Phone: 1-319-384-1586
gideon-zamba@uiowa.edu

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