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What books/sources are recommended for learning about the intricacies of medical testing i.e. randomized trials, double-blinding, p-values..etc? I understand the basic concept/methodology, but am looking for the history & also the philosophy that justifies these methods as reliable instruments.
posted by Gyan on Dec 20, 2004 - 8 answers

BioMeFites, what's the authoritative process on assessing neurotoxicity of any substance, in general? [more inside] [more inside]
posted by Gyan on Apr 9, 2004 - 7 answers