SPSS

SPSS is an excellent software for statistical calculations.

This area is reserved for discussion on problems and solutions based on SPSS.

Posted by: docosamaPosts: 333 :: 01-01-2002 :: | Reply to this Message

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I have used SPSS for windows for the past many years and I find it very usefull and easy to use program. The problem is that the software is very expensive. I don't know about the prices in Pakistan but here its quite expensive to even upgrade.

Posted by: chameedPosts: 173 :: 31-03-2002 :: | Reply to this Message

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Well in Pakistan, this software is available in pirated CDs freely.

Posted by: docosamaPosts: 333 :: 02-04-2002 :: | Reply to this Message

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Not to condone piracy but that may be the older version of SPSS, because as of Version 9.0, program is tethered to your computer and before installing you have to call SPSS to obtain a special number. So even if you copy it to another CD, its not installable.

Posted by: chameedPosts: 173 :: 02-04-2002 :: | Reply to this Message

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SPSS is a very useful tool for statistical analysis.I appreciate the role of college of physicains and surgeons, Pakistan for its mandatory workshops on research and dissertation writing,which enabled us to learn and use this tool.We have installed the version 8.0,which can be very easeily installed

Posted by: lachviPosts: 47 :: 17-04-2002 :: | Reply to this Message

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The training which CPSP is giving to doctors is entirely basic one. Even after training, most the doctors still dont know about SPSS other than data entry. And even during data entry, most of the doctors do not know how to compute a variable. Instead of letting SPSS to calculate the calculated variable, they do themselves.

Posted by: docosamaPosts: 333 :: 17-04-2002 :: | Reply to this Message

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I agree that SPSS training provided by CPSP is very basic and very limited. However it has introduced the SPSS to the future specialists. Even in the Part II exam there is practical demonstration,compelling the trainees to know more about SPSS. The CD is provided by CPSP. The tutorial can be used for the learning purposes.STILL THERE IS INCREASING AWARENESS AMONG DOCTORS FOR SPSS AND STATISTICAL ANALYSIS.

Posted by: lachviPosts: 47 :: 19-04-2002 :: | Reply to this Message

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I would be highly obliged if any one can guide me how to calculate p-value from clinical data.
Looking for the response.

Thanks.

Posted by: shafeezPosts: 3 :: 25-04-2002 :: | Reply to this Message

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Mr. Shafeez

p-value (significane) can be calculated using a lot of statistical formulas. In your study, select an appropriate formula first.
Basic knowledge about biostatistics is essential for that.

Posted by: docosamaPosts: 333 :: 26-04-2002 :: | Reply to this Message

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Dear Shafeez if u give briefly ur methodology, what r u comparing i will guide u. r u comparing numerical data or categorical data, r u comparing two independent values or paired data

Posted by: ahmedPosts: 19 :: 23-08-2002 :: | Reply to this Message

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Dear Osama, i facilitate these CPSP workshops u r perfectly right, we deliberately keep these CPSP workshops very basic, our objective is just to tell a "path" and to remove phobia of RM, Biostats and Medical Writing, no one can be master in these three big subjects in 4 days! I volunteer myself for any problems of forum members/users, specially trainees.

Posted by: ahmedPosts: 19 :: 23-08-2002 :: | Reply to this Message

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Dr. Ahmed

Thank you very much for your voluntary help for the members. It would be indeed a great help. I have created a new forum area "Biomedical Research Problems" and any problems listed there will be mailed to you directly.

Thank you once again.

Posted by: docosamaPosts: 333 :: 23-08-2002 :: | Reply to this Message

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Dear Dr. Hameed
Leaving aside the ethical issues, SPSS Version 10 is now freely available in Pakistan. Most of us are using that version.

Posted by: nrehanPosts: 6 :: 30-08-2002 :: | Reply to this Message

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nrehan wrote:
Dear Dr. Hameed
Leaving aside the ethical issues, SPSS Version 10 is now freely available in Pakistan. Most of us are using that version.

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Well you are one step ahead of me but then again, how much can change in statistics. SPSS does almost everything for you except choosing an appropriate test based on your data.

Posted by: chameedPosts: 173 :: 02-09-2002 :: | Reply to this Message

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Hello all,
I aint sure if I'm allowed to post this here, but I was wondering about the structure of the files that the SPSS program uses to export it's data in.

We have created and are still upgrading our online Survey system and we want to add the possibility for our customers to export their content and data to an SPSS valid format.

Is anyone familiar with the structure of those .mdd files? Or is there an easier way to let SPSS import data? Maybe through XML?

Thanks.

Marten, webdeveloper.
Basesoft BV.
The Netherlands

PS. My excuses if this topic goes in against your boards policies.

Posted by: Marten (Guest) :: 31-05-2003 :: | Reply to this Message