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Harvard Wai Hann Hui¹, Weijia Kong^1,2, Wilson Wen Bin Goh^1,2,3,4,5

¹Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, Nanyang Technological University, 59 Nanyang Drive, Singapore 636921, Singapore.

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Summary

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Batch effects in high-dimensional data can skew results. This study emphasizes a flexible approach to selecting batch effect correction algorithms (BECAs) and highlights challenges for reliable data analysis.

Keywords:

analysis batch effects biomedical informatics data science statistics

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Area of Science:

Biomedical data analysis
High-dimensional omics data

Background:

Batch effects introduce significant variability into high-dimensional data, complicating accurate analysis and leading to potentially misleading conclusions.
Effectively managing batch effects is a complex challenge in biomedical research despite technological advancements.

Purpose of the Study:

To underscore the necessity of a flexible and holistic approach for selecting batch effect correction algorithms (BECAs).
To advocate for proper BECA evaluations and consideration of artificial intelligence-based strategies.
To provide researchers with a robust framework for effective batch effects management.

Main Methods:

Discussion of key challenges in batch effect correction.
Exploration of hidden batch factors, design imbalance, missing values, and aggressive correction impacts.
Consideration of artificial intelligence-based strategies for batch effect correction.

Main Results:

Batch effect correction algorithms (BECAs) require careful selection and evaluation.
Hidden batch factors and data characteristics like imbalance and missing values pose significant challenges.
AI-based strategies offer potential for improved batch effect management.

Conclusions:

A flexible and holistic approach is crucial for selecting appropriate BECAs.
Addressing challenges such as hidden factors and data imperfections is vital for reliable analysis.
Implementing robust frameworks enhances the reliability of high-dimensional data analyses.