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spatial-epi-101

An Introduction to Spatial Epidemiology using R

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This workbook provides a comprehensive introduction to spatial epidemiology, designed to equip you with the essential skills needed to analyze, visualize, and interpret spatial health data using R. Through hands-on exercises and real-world examples, you’ll learn how to apply spatial statistical methods to understand disease patterns, identify clusters, and explore environmental determinants of health.

What You’ll Learn

By the end of this workbook, you will be able to handle complex spatial datasets, create compelling visualizations, conduct spatial statistical analyses, and interpret results in the context of public health research. The curriculum emphasizes reproducible research practices and ethical considerations when working with health data.

Who This Page Is For

Ideal for:

Epidemiologists seeking to incorporate spatial methods, Graduate students in public health, geography, or related fields, Data scientists working with health or environmental data.Anyone interested in understanding spatial patterns in health outcomes

Prerequisites:

• Basic knowledge of R programming, Fundamental understanding of epidemiological concepts, Familiarity with basic statistical methods, No prior experience with spatial analysis required

Learning Approach

The workbook follows a practical, hands-on approach where theory is immediately applied through coding exercises and case studies. Each module builds upon previous knowledge, progressing from basic spatial data handling to advanced statistical modeling techniques. You’ll work with real datasets and tackle authentic public health challenges throughout the workbook.

Questions about the workbook?
Contact: max.lang[at]stx.ox.ac.uk