Short training on Intermediate Biostatistics has been Organized by GID-Ethiopia ACIPH and Harvard University and conducted from April1 to April 26, 2026. The primary goal was to provide researchers who are already familiar with the fundamentals of biostatistics, and who wish to gain an understanding of the next level of data analysis and interpretation.
The course equips participants with the knowledge and skills to analyze and interpret biostatistical results in medical and public health literature. Topics include General Linear Models; Generalized Linear Models; Design and Analysis of Longitudinal Data. The course is structured into four phases.
- Phase I: Independent reading and preparation;
- Phase II: In person lectures/discussions on Intermediate Biostatistics topics;
- Phase III: Independent work on a group work assignment and virtual presentation; and
- Phase IV: revising the presentation and submission of assignment report with coaching session and reviewing participant’s group work.
The in-person lecture was held from April 8 to 13,2024 at ACIPH Hall in Addis Ababa. The participants came from different universities, Hospitals, and NGO.