The Biostatistics and Outcomes Research SRG consists of MD and PhD faculty and research staff with multidisciplinary backgrounds who share a unique common interest in statistical and epidemiological evaluation of radiology techniques. Our missions are (1) to provide stable, efficient, and cutting-edge statistical and research methodological support to departmental researchers in study design, data collection, conducting clinical research, data analysis, publications, and grant applications; (2) to develop innovative and customized statistical and epidemiological methods for radiological research; (3) to use advancements in statistical and epidemiological methods to improve the scientific quality of, and help bridge, research projects in the department; and (4) to provide appropriate levels of training to research fellows, residents, and faculty. The research includes: