Book on ‘Sample size determination in clinical studies’ released
A new book titled 'Sample size determination in clinical studies–A practical guide' was released by Dr. R.V. Kumar at SVIMS. The book, authored by Prof. K.V.S. Sarma, aims to assist postgraduate students and faculty in understanding sample size determination for clinical studies. Additionally, a free online calculator was launched to aid researchers in this area.
- ▪The book is authored by Prof. K.V.S. Sarma, a former biostatistician at SVIMS University.
- ▪Dr. R.V. Kumar described the book as essential for postgraduate students and faculty members.
- ▪A free online calculator for sample size determination was launched at www.samplesizemaster.com.
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Sri Venkateswara Institute of Medical Sciences (SVIMS) Director and Vice-Chancellor Dr. R.V. Kumar on Sunday (May 17, 2026) released a book titled “Sample size determination in clinical studies–A practical guide,” authored by Prof. K.V.S. Sarma, former biostatistician at SVIMS University.Congratulating Prof. Sarma and co-author V. Sai Sarada, Dr. Kumar described the book as a “must-have” for postgraduate students as well as faculty members. He also launched a free online calculator at www.samplesizemaster.com.“Choosing the right number of subjects/patients is crucial for any clinical study in order to balance sample-driven false positive and false negative outcomes.
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