statistical-analysis

Select and execute hypothesis tests, regression, and Bayesian alternatives with assumption checks and APA reporting.

21|2|Updated Dec 8, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/silverstein/claude-scientific-skills-desktop --skill statistical-analysis-silverstein
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Skill: statistical-analysis
Source: https://github.com/silverstein/claude-scientific-skills-desktop/tree/main/corpus/statistical-analysis
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/silverstein/claude-scientific-skills-desktop --skill statistical-analysis-silverstein

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

It helps researchers choose and execute correct statistical methods for hypotheses, relationships, and Bayesian alternatives while ensuring assumptions are checked and results are reported clearly.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Test selection & study planning: Guides you to pick appropriate hypothesis tests (t-test, ANOVA, chi-square), regression/correlation approaches, and Bayesian variants, including a priori power analysis and multiple-comparison considerations.
  • Assumption checking & diagnostics: Provides systematic checks for normality, homogeneity of variance, outliers, and linearity, with recommendations and remedial options (e.g., Welch’s tests, non-parametric alternatives).
  • Effect sizes, power, and APA reporting: Emphasizes effect sizes with confidence intervals, sensitivity analysis, and APA-style reporting of test statistics and diagnostics for publication-quality writeups.

Quick Start

Use the skill to plan and run an analysis by asking: “Help me compare two groups on a continuous outcome, check assumptions (normality/variance/outliers), run the best-fit hypothesis test (or non-parametric alternative if needed), compute effect size with a confidence interval, and write an APA-style paragraph for the results.”

Frequently Asked Questions about statistical-analysis

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I choose the right hypothesis test for my research data?

Choosing the right hypothesis test requires a structured decision workflow to select appropriate methods like t-tests, ANOVA, or chi-square for group comparisons, and regression or correlation for relationship modeling. Bayesian alternatives are also supported for more complex study designs.

How do I check statistical assumptions like normality and homogeneity of variance before running tests?

Checking statistical assumptions involves systematic diagnostic checks for normality, homogeneity of variance, outliers, and linearity. The skill provides explicit guidance and recommends remedial options like Welch's tests or non-parametric alternatives when assumptions are violated.

What's the best way to calculate effect sizes and perform a priori power analysis for study planning?

Calculating effect sizes and performing a priori power analysis are supported through built-in estimation guidance and sensitivity analysis. The workflow emphasizes effect sizes with confidence intervals to ensure rigorous study planning and multiple-comparison considerations.

Can I generate APA-style reporting for my statistical analysis results?

Generating APA-style reporting for statistical analysis is a core feature that structures test statistics, diagnostics, and effect sizes into publication-quality writeups. It produces professional APA-aligned paragraphs ready for academic reporting.

When should I use Bayesian analysis instead of traditional hypothesis testing?

Using Bayesian analysis instead of traditional hypothesis testing is appropriate when seeking alternative methods for group comparisons or relationship modeling. The skill guides you to Bayesian variants alongside standard regression, correlation, and hypothesis testing approaches.

Does this statistical analysis skill work for group comparisons and relationship modeling?

This statistical analysis skill works for both group comparisons and relationship modeling across common academic study designs. It applies systematic decision workflows, assumption diagnostics, and effect-size calculations to satisfy diverse research requirements.