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Statistics in Ecotoxicology Tim Sparks (Institute of Terrestrial Ecology, Cambridgeshire, UK)

Statistics in Ecotoxicology By Tim Sparks (Institute of Terrestrial Ecology, Cambridgeshire, UK)

Summary

This introduction to quantitative methods for the analysis of ecotoxicological data contains numerous tables, figures and worked examples to provide support in the planning and operation of laboratory and field ecotoxicological experiments.

Statistics in Ecotoxicology Summary

Statistics in Ecotoxicology by Tim Sparks (Institute of Terrestrial Ecology, Cambridgeshire, UK)

Statistics in Ecotoxicology Edited by Tim Sparks Institute ofTerrestrial Ecology, Cambridgeshire, UK A basic understanding ofstatistical concepts and methodology is essential for everyresearch scientist. Statistics in Ecotoxicology is a comprehensive,well-illustrated text, tailored to meet the needs of allecotoxicologists from undergraduates to professionals. Avoidingmathematical jargon, the book uses worked examples to enable thereader to understand the potential of, and limitations of,statistical analysis in both the planning and operation oflaboratory and field ecotoxicological experiments. This informativeand highly practical guide:
* provides an invaluable introduction to the quantitative methodsfor the analysis of ecotoxicological data;
* covers field experimentation, laboratory experimentation,regression methodology, multivariate methods and monitoring:
* incorporates essential tips to prevent many of the common designand analytical failings in ecotoxicology; and,
* includes case studies comprising of terrestrial, freshwater andmarine examples.
Written by an international team of scientists, Statistics inEcotoxicology will be essential reading for all ecotoxicologists.

Statistics in Ecotoxicology Reviews

"Overall there is enough value in this softcover edition to make it worth its cost for persons in ecology and toxicology." --Technometrics Vol. 42, No. 4 May 2001

About Tim Sparks (Institute of Terrestrial Ecology, Cambridgeshire, UK)

Tim Sparks, Institute of Terrestrial Ecology, Cambridgeshire, UK.

Table of Contents

Basic Concepts (P. Rotbery).

Exploring the Data (D. French & D. Lindley).

Field Experiments (D. Gadsden & T. Sparks).

The Analysis of Laboratory Toxicity Experiments (R. Meister & P. Van den Brink).

Analysis of Field Studies: Regression Analysis (E. Smith & C. Anderson-Cook).

Multivariate Techniques (A. Scott & R. Clarke).

Environmental Monitoring: Investigating Associations and Trends (L. Conquest).

Organochlorines in Bird of Prey Eggs: A Terrestrial Case Study (T. Sparks, et al.).

Statistical Techniques for the Ecological Risk Assessment of Chemicals in Freshwaters (M. Crane, et al.).

Trying to Detect Impacts in Marine Habitats: Comparisons with Suitable Reference Areas (A. Underwood).

Appendices.

Index.

Additional information

GOR011391782
9780471972990
0471972991
Statistics in Ecotoxicology by Tim Sparks (Institute of Terrestrial Ecology, Cambridgeshire, UK)
Used - Very Good
Paperback
John Wiley & Sons Inc
1999-12-16
344
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