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The Evolution of Statistical Inference: From Formulas to Computers
Statistics is the science of learning from data. Every time researchers use a sample to understand a population, they are practising statistical inference. Over the past century, the way we make these inferences has changed dramatically. Each new approach has brought a different philosophy about what “truth” means and how we can best estimate it.…
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Training Critical Thinking and Logical Thinking in the Age of AI for Biostatistics and Epidemiology
The arrival of generative AI tools like ChatGPT is changing the way we teach and practise biostatistics and epidemiology. Tasks that once took hours, like coding analyses or searching for information, can now be completed within minutes by simply asking the right questions. This development brings many opportunities, but it also brings new challenges. One…
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Epidemiology and Biostatistics in the Light of Divine Unity
In the Islamic worldview, knowledge is not categorised into ‘Islamic’ and ‘secular.’ There is only one knowledge — al-‘ilm — bestowed by Allah, whether discovered through divine revelation (wahy) or human reason (‘aql). All beneficial knowledge should ultimately draw us closer to Allah, the All-Knowing. This article explores the field of epidemiology and biostatistics through…