Center for Statistical Training and Consulting
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The MSU Center for Statistical Training and Consulting (CSTAT) is a professional service and research unit at Michigan State University. We collaborate on research projects and provide statistical support and services to MSU affiliated faculty, staff, and graduate students, and off-campus clients.
Taxonomy of fungal mammalian pathogens is revealed through phylogeny
Population genetic analyses of DNA from four infected dolphins grouped the pathogen Lacazia loboi in a monophyletic cluster sister to P. americana and to the other Paracoccidioides species.
Gamer Girl vs. Girl Gamer: Stereotypical Gamer Traits Increases Men’s Play Intention
Our results shed light on the positive influence of presenting female video game players with counterstereotypical traits to reduce discrimination against women in gaming.
Scaling models for weightlifting performances
In Olympic-style weightlifting, performance is measured by the sum of the best snatch and the best clean and jerk. A determination of who is the “best” weightlifter refers to hypothetical questions such as what weight athletes with a lower body mass would be able to lift if they were athletes with a higher body mass of the same ability. We systematically test functions of body mass using fractional polynomials an their relationships to the weightlifting performance.
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Initial Data AnalysisInitial data analysis is highly relevant before engaging in statistical modeling to inform about a potential impact on the analysis plan.