by Usha Govindarajulu | Apr 20, 2020 | Biostatistics, Blog, New York, Usha Govindarajulu
As the COVID-19 Pandemic rages on, many epicenters spring up and fall away as responses to the disease reveal varying preparedness and efficacy in response. The two primary hot-spots in America are also, understandably, the largest cities by population: New York and...
by Usha Govindarajulu | Apr 14, 2020 | Biostatistics, Blog, Epidemiology, Usha Govindarajulu
We have all heard about the huge impact our medical professionals have day in and day out as they fight COVID-19 in this unprecedented time. We also have witnessed our friends, family, and loved ones doing their part to ensure we slow the spread of the disease in...
by Usha Govindarajulu | Mar 26, 2020 | Biostatistics, New York, Professor, Usha Govindarajulu
The COVID-19 epidemic is taking the world by storm, and the importance of accurate analysis cannot be overstated. Biostatistical models will affect our epidemiological understanding for decades to come, as this is the first modern epidemic on this scale. However, any...
by Usha Govindarajulu | Mar 20, 2020 | Biostatistics, Blog, Professor, Usha Govindarajulu
In the modern age, data is everywhere. We have become so inundated with technology and information that we almost instinctively recognize certain bits of information as ‘data.’ Because of our easy recognition of data points, we can be overwhelmed by the volume of it...
by Usha Govindarajulu | Feb 26, 2020 | Biostatistics, Blog, New York, Professor, Usha Govindarajulu
Biostatistics is a critical field in the realm of the health field, thanks to the ways that the study can inform treatments. But many underestimate the ways that this field can inform preventative medicine as well. Clinical Trials Clinical trials have been formed and...
by Usha Govindarajulu | Dec 8, 2019 | Biostatistics, Epidemiology, New York, Usha Govindarajulu
Every year, Australia spends over $800 million on medical research. That reflects a strong desire to improve the quality of life for Australians. However, there’s a concern among some researchers that this research is compromised by a lack of investment in a...