Statistics and Data Management

These resources can provide help with managing data and understanding statistics.

Guidelines for Responsible Data Management in Scientific Research — funded by the Office of Research Integrity, Department of Health and Human Services.
REDCap Consortium — this international consortium supports REDCap, a secure Web application designed exclusively to support data capture for research studies.

Professional development courses — the Center for Translational Science Activities (CTSA) at Mayo Clinic offers professional development courses on such topics as research proposals and statistics. Online classes are open to all.

These resources are available to Mayo Clinic students and staff:

REDCap data management solutions — includes two Web-based, customizable data management programs for research projects: a case report form and a survey collection form
Biostatistics, Epidemiology and Research Design (BERD) Resource — offers an "open door" to investigators seeking guidance and advice on general biostatistical, epidemiological and research design considerations
Statistics for Nonstatisticians — a primer on statistics (must be logged in to the Mayo network)