Experimental design for biologists Experimental Design for Biologists is a unique and successful handbook on the theory and practice of effective design of scientific experiments based on a well received course by the author. This second edition is entirely reorganized rewritten and includes new material and figures. The material is presented in seven parts: Philosophy of Scientific Experimentation Mapping Out the Project System Validation Experimental Design Examples What Comes After and Putting It All Together. Experimental Design for Biologists Second Edition is an essential source in designing a sound research plan critical to the success of graduate students