StatiCAL: an interactive tool for statistical analysis of biomedical data and scientific valorization

Area of Science:

• Biomedical Research
• Data Science
• Statistical Software

Background:

• The increasing volume and complexity of biomedical data necessitate advanced statistical analysis for interpretation and publication.
• Accessible and user-friendly analysis tools are in high demand within the research community.
• Traditional methods often require extensive programming knowledge, posing a barrier for many researchers.

Purpose of the Study:

• To introduce StatiCAL, an open-access software designed to simplify statistical analysis in biomedical research.
• To provide researchers with an intuitive graphical user interface (GUI) for data management and analysis.
• To empower researchers to conduct analyses independently, without requiring advanced R coding skills.

Main Methods:

• StatiCAL offers a GUI-based platform for data management, including adding/removing variables and selecting subpopulations.
• The software supports data visualization for enhanced understanding of selected datasets.
• It enables a range of statistical analyses, including descriptive, graphical, univariate, and multivariate methods.

Main Results:

• StatiCAL provides functionalities for comprehensive data management and visualization.
• Users can perform diverse statistical analyses through a simple point-and-click interface.
• The tool effectively eliminates the need for users to learn R programming for basic to intermediate analyses.

Conclusions:

• StatiCAL is a valuable, open-access resource for the biomedical research community.
• Its intuitive interface and robust features enhance researchers' autonomy in project execution.
• The software democratizes access to statistical analysis, facilitating data-driven discoveries.