Published Oct 12, 2020

Defending the p-value

Join Kyle Polich and biostatistician Yudi Pawitan as they defend the often-criticized p-value, examining its pivotal role in scientific research, especially in cancer genomics. Delve into the complexities of statistical rigor, skepticism, and communication in science, emphasizing the necessity of robust methodologies.

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