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ANCOVA (Analysis of Covariance)

v1.0
Hybrid GLM (Regression-Augmented ANOVA)

The precision bridge between group comparisons and multivariable adjustment. ANCOVA strips away baseline 'noise' to reveal the true 'signal' of treatment efficacy.

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Mixed ANOVA

v1.0
Hybrid GLM (Split-Plot Design)

The engine for Longitudinal Discovery. Mixed ANOVA combines Between-Subjects groupings with Within-Subjects repeated measures to audit recovery trajectories.

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One-Way ANOVA

v1.0
GLM (Single-Factor Omnibus Model)

The fundamental engine for cross-sectional group discovery. One-Way ANOVA identifies whether at least one categorical group deviates from the global average.

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One-Way Repeated Measures ANOVA

v1.0
GLM (Within-Subjects Design)

The engine for Pure Temporal Discovery. This model audits how a single group evolves across multiple timepoints, using each participant as their own baseline control.

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One-Way MANOVA

v1.0
Multivariate GLM (Omnibus Vector Model)

The engine for Multivariate Discovery. One-Way MANOVA audits the effect of a categorical grouping on multiple continuous outcomes simultaneously, protecting the global alpha from inflation.

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Three-Way Mixed ANOVA

v1.0
Hybrid GLM (Three-Factor Complex Design)

The Grand Master of Clinical Designs. This model audits the complex interaction between one Between-Subjects grouping factor and two Within-Subjects repeated measures.

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Three-way Repeated Measures ANOVA

v1.0
ANOVA

Analyze three within-subjects factors (all repeated measures) on a continuous outcome.

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Two-Way ANOVA

v1.0
GLM (Factorial Design Model)

The blueprint for Factorial Discovery. Two-Way ANOVA analyzes the synergistic interaction between two independent categorical factors on a single continuous outcome.

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Two-Way MANOVA

v1.0
Multivariate GLM (Factorial Vector Model)

The blueprint for Factorial Multivariate Discovery. This model audits the synergistic interaction between two categorical factors across a vector of multiple continuous outcomes.

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Two-Way Repeated Measures ANOVA

v1.0
GLM (Factorial Within-Subjects Design)

The engine for Dual-Factor Within-Subject Discovery. This model audits the synergistic interaction between two repeated measures factors (e.g., Time x Condition) within the same group.

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Within-Within Subjects ANOVA

v1.0
ANOVA

Two or more within-subjects (repeated) factors analyzed simultaneously (e.g., Time × Condition).

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IPTW Weighting

v1.0
Causal GLM (Probability Weighting Model)

The engine for Pseudo-Population Discovery. IPTW (Inverse Probability Treatment Weighting) audits observational data by assigning 'Volume Weights' to participants, reveal the 'True' treatment signal while mathematically neutralizing selection bias.

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Propensity Score Matching (PSM)

v1.0
Causal GLM (Matching & Balancing Model)

The engine for Causal Discovery in Observational Research. PSM audits the probability of treatment assignment, reveal the 'True' effect by mathematically constructing a balanced counterfactual control group.

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Synthetic Control Method

v1.0
Causal GLM (Comparative Case Study Model)

The engine for Comparative Discovery in Single-Unit Trials. This model audits a single treated unit (e.g., a city or clinic) by constructing a 'Synthetic Shadow' from a donor pool of controls, reveal the definitive impact of local policy or intervention.

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Bowker's Test of Symmetry

v1.0
Categorical

Tests symmetry in k×k square contingency table; generalization of McNemar's test to >2 categories with paired data. Tests whether pij = pji for all i≠j.

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Chi-Square Goodness-of-Fit

v1.0
Categorical GLM (Alignment Model)

The engine for Distribution Discovery. This model audits how well your observed sample frequencies align with a hypothesized or theoretical distribution, revealing if your data fits the expected blueprint.

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Chi-Square Homogeneity

v1.0
Categorical GLM (Comparative Model)

The engine for Proportional Comparison. This model audits whether multiple independent populations share the same distribution across categories, revealing if the 'Profile' of outcomes is uniform across groups.

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Chi-Square Independence

v1.0
Categorical GLM (Contingency Model)

The engine for Categorical Discovery. This model audits the non-random association between two nominal variables, revealing the hidden 'Shared Destiny' between categories in a contingency grid.

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Cochran-Armitage Test of Trend

v1.0
Categorical Trend

Test for linear trend in proportions across ordered exposure categories; equivalent to Mantel-Haenszel trend test.

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Fisher's Exact Test

v1.0
Categorical (Exact Probability Model)

The blueprint for Small-Sample Precision. This model calculates the exact probability of an association using the hypergeometric distribution, providing a 'Safe Harbor' when Chi-Square approximations fail due to sparse data.

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Mantel-Haenszel Test of Trend

v1.0
Categorical Trend

Test for linear trend in proportions across ordered categories (e.g., dose-response); more powerful than chi-square when trend exists.

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McNemar's Test

v1.0
Categorical GLM (Paired Proportion Model)

The engine for Paired Categorical Discovery. This model audits the change in a binary outcome within the same participants (e.g., Pre vs. Post), revealing the specific direction of recovery or decline.

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Stuart-Maxwell Test of Marginal Homogeneity

v1.0
Categorical

Tests marginal homogeneity in k×k paired table; more powerful than Bowker's for detecting marginal differences. Tests whether row and column marginal distributions are equal.

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Contingency Coefficient (C)

v1.0
Correlation

Alternative categorical association measure from chi-square; ranges 0 to <1 with upper bound depending on table size

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Cramer's V

v1.0
Categorical GLM (Nominal Association Model)

The engine for Multi-Categorical Discovery. Cramer's V quantifies the association between nominal variables in any size contingency table, providing a global metric of categorical strength.

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Goodman-Kruskal Gamma (γ)

v1.0
Correlation

Symmetric ordinal association measure based on concordant and discordant pairs; ignores all ties, ranges from -1 to +1.

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Goodman-Kruskal Lambda (λ)

v1.0
Nominal Association

PRE (proportional reduction in error) measure of association for nominal variables; assesses predictive improvement over modal category.

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Intraclass Correlation (ICC)

v1.0
Measurement Theory (Reliability Model)

The blueprint for Reliability and Consistency. ICC quantifies the proportion of variance attributable to the subject, revealing the absolute integrity of your measurement system.

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Kendall's Tau (τ)

v1.0
Bivariate Nonparametric (Probability-Order Model)

The engine for Concordance Discovery. Kendall’s Tau (τ) quantifies the association between ordinal variables by auditing the probability of pair-wise agreement, providing ultimate precision for small samples.

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Kendall's Tau-c (τc)

v1.0
Correlation

Rank correlation for rectangular (r×c) tables; adjusts for table dimensions unlike tau-b which assumes square tables.

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Partial Correlation

v1.0
Bivariate GLM (Residual-Adjustment Model)

The engine for Association Purification. Partial Correlation isolates the unique bond between two variables by mathematically neutralizing the influence of confounding third factors.

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Pearson Correlation (r)

v1.0
Bivariate Parametric (Product-Moment Model)

The definitive measure of Linear Association. Pearson's r quantifies the strength and direction of the straight-line relationship between two continuous variables.

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Phi Coefficient (φ)

v1.0
Categorical GLM (2x2 Fourfold Model)

The engine for Binary Synergy. The Phi Coefficient (φ) quantifies the association between two dichotomous variables, revealing the shared destiny of binary outcomes.

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Point-Biserial Correlation

v1.0
Bivariate GLM (Dichotomous-Continuous Model)

The engine for Binary-Continuous Synergy. This model quantifies the association between a dichotomous grouping and a continuous scale, bridging the gap between t-tests and correlation.

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Somers' D (Dyx)

v1.0
Correlation

Asymmetric ordinal association measure designating one variable as dependent (DV) and one as independent (IV); adjusts for ties on IV only.

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Spearman Correlation (ρ)

v1.0
Bivariate Nonparametric (Rank-Order Model)

The engine for Monotonic Discovery. Spearman’s rho (ρ) quantifies associations by ranking your data, providing a robust shield against outliers and non-linear paths.

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Principal Component Analysis (PCA)

v1.0
Unsupervised GLM (Eigen-Decomposition Model)

The engine for Data Purification. PCA audits vast fields of correlated data, reveal the hidden 'Skeleton' of variance by mathematically collapsing dozens of markers into a few high-fidelity components.

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Cohen's d

v1.0
Effect Size (Standardized Difference Model)

The definitive engine for Magnitude Discovery. Cohen's d audits the standardized distance between two group means, revealing the 'Clinical Weight' of a difference without being hostage to the p-value.

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Eta-Squared (η²)

v1.0
Effect Size (Variance-Partitioning Model)

The engine for Variance Discovery. Eta-Squared (η²) audits the total percentage of outcome variability 'owned' by a categorical factor, reveal the structural dominance of grouping in ANOVA designs.

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Glass's Delta (Δ)

v1.0
Effect Size (Control-Standardized Model)

The engine for Control-Standardized Discovery. Glass's Δ audits the mean difference by using only the control group's variance as the anchor, providing a robust metric when interventions alter the treatment group's spread.

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Hedges' g

v1.0
Effect Size (Bias-Corrected Model)

The engine for Small-Sample Precision. Hedges' g audits the standardized distance between group means while mathematically neutralizing the upward 'Inflation Bias' inherent in Cohen's d for small cohorts.

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Omega-Squared (ω²)

v1.0
Effect Size (Bias-Corrected Variance Model)

The engine for Population Discovery. Omega-Squared (ω²) audits the proportion of variance explained by a factor while mathematically correcting for sample-based bias, reveal the 'True' impact in the broader population.

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Partial Eta-Squared (ηp²)

v1.0
Effect Size (Factorial Variance Model)

The engine for Unique-Variance Discovery. Partial η² audits the proportion of variance 'stolen' from the error pool by a specific factor, reveal the pure influence of an intervention while ignoring secondary noise.

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Data Types & Scales

v1.0

NOIR Taxonomy and advanced measurement frameworks for elite clinical researchers.

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Data Visualization

v1.0
Evidence Communication

The architecture of evidence. From univariate shapes to high-dimensional multivariate forensics.

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Descriptive Statistics

v1.0
Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA)

Transforming raw patient rows into meaningful signals of center, spread, and shape.

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Effect Size Foundations

v1.0
Magnitude Analytics

Beyond the P-value. Master the art of measuring the physical magnitude and clinical impact of your results.

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Statistical Estimation

v1.0
Inferential Parameter Modeling

The bridge from sample to population. Master the art of quantifying uncertainty through interval logic.

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Hypothesis Foundations

v1.0
Frequentist Inference

The logic of discovery. Master the forensic framework for judging evidence against the Null hypothesis.

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Normal Distribution

v1.0
Continuous Probability Models

The mathematical destiny of chaos. Master the symmetry, boundaries, and standard units of the bell curve.

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Normality Assessment

v1.0
Distributional Assumptions

Verifying the bell curve assumption via visual forensics and formal testing.

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Probability Basics

v1.0

Featuring the 5 Best-in-Class Distribution Labs and Bayesian Intuition Engines.

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Sampling Methods

v1.0
Research Design & Selection

The architecture of selection. Master the science of representing a population through precise subset logic.

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Begg's Rank Correlation Test for Funnel Plot Asymmetry

v1.0
Meta-Analysis

Tests for publication bias using rank correlation between effect sizes and variances; less powerful but more robust than Egger's test

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Cochran's Q Test for Heterogeneity

v1.0
Meta-Analysis

Tests whether studies share a common true effect; significant Q indicates heterogeneity justifying random-effects model.

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Egger's Regression Test

v1.0
Meta-Synthesis (Bias-Detection Model)

The engine for Publication Bias Discovery. This model audits 'Small-Study Effects' by regressing standardized effects on precision, reveal if the 'Scientific Archive' has been biased toward significant findings.

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Fixed-Effects Meta-Analysis

v1.0
Meta-Synthesis (Common-Effect Model)

The engine for Global Synthesis. This model audits a cluster of similar studies by assuming they share a single, underlying 'True' effect, reveling the definitive consensus through maximum-precision weighting.

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I² Statistic

v1.0
Meta-Synthesis (Inconsistency Model)

The engine for Heterogeneity Discovery. The I² statistic audits the total variability in a meta-analysis, revealing exactly what percentage of the differences between studies are 'Real' rather than mere random chance.

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Leave-One-Out Meta-Analysis (Influence Diagnostics)

v1.0
Meta-Analysis

Assesses influence of individual studies by recomputing pooled estimate k times, each excluding one study

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Meta-Regression (Meta-Analytic Regression)

v1.0
Meta-Analysis

Models relationship between study-level covariates and effect sizes to explore sources of heterogeneity in meta-analyses; identifies moderators explaining between-study variance.

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Random-Effects Meta-Analysis

v1.0
Meta-Synthesis (Distributional Model)

The engine for Diverse Synthesis. This model audits a cluster of studies by assuming each represents a unique 'Satellite' of a broader truth, reveal the global average while mathematically respecting between-study heterogeneity.

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GEE (Generalized Estimating Equations)

v1.0
Marginal GLM (Correlated-Outcome Model)

The engine for Population-Averaged Discovery. GEE audits clustered and longitudinal data by focusing on the 'Global Average' effect while utilizing robust standard errors to neutralize internal correlations.

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Generalized Linear Mixed Model

v1.0
Multilevel GLM (Non-Normal Link Model)

The engine for Non-Normal Hierarchical Discovery. GLMM audits nested data with categorical or count outcomes (e.g., binary success/failure), providing a robust multi-level path for complex biological and social data.

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Linear Mixed Model (LMM)

v1.0
Multilevel GLM (Mixed-Effects Model)

The engine for Hierarchical Discovery. LMM audits nested data structures (e.g., participants within clinics) and longitudinal trajectories, reveal the synergistic interaction between Fixed Effects and Random Variability.

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Bonferroni Correction

v1.0
Multiple Comparisons (Correction Model)

The engine for Maximum Alpha Protection. The Bonferroni method audits multiple independent strikes on the same data, utilizing a 'Zero-Tolerance' penalty to ensure the family-wise error rate never exceeds 5%.

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Tukey HSD

v1.0
Multiple Comparisons (Post-Hoc Model)

The engine for Pairwise Discovery. Tukey's Honestly Significant Difference (HSD) audits all possible pairs of group means, providing a powerful alpha-shield while hunting for the definitive 'Group Winner'.

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Anderson-Darling Test for Normality

v1.0
Nonparametric

Tail-sensitive normality test; more powerful than KS for detecting departures in distribution tails.

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Friedman Test

v1.0
Nonparametric (Repeated Measures Rank Model)

The engine for Robust Temporal Discovery. This model audits the rank-based change across three or more repeated measurements, providing a Powerful Within-Subjects shield when ANOVA assumptions collapse.

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Jonckheere-Terpstra Test

v1.0
Nonparametric

Nonparametric test for ordered alternatives across 3+ independent groups (tests for monotonic trend).

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Kolmogorov-Smirnov Test

v1.0
Nonparametric (Distributional Model)

The engine for Distributional Discovery. This model audits the maximum distance between your sample distribution and a theoretical benchmark (1-sample) or another group (2-sample), revealing if your data fits the expected shape.

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Kruskal-Wallis H Test

v1.0
Nonparametric (Omnibus Rank Model)

The engine for Robust Multi-Group Discovery. This model audits the stochastic differences between three or more independent groups, providing a powerful omnibus shield when ANOVA assumptions fail.

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Mann-Whitney U Test

v1.0
Nonparametric (Rank-Sum Model)

The engine for Robust Comparative Discovery. This model audits the stochastic dominance between two independent groups, revealing if one group typically scores higher than the other without assuming normality.

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Moses Test of Extreme Reactions

v1.0
Nonparametric

Nonparametric test for scale/variability equality between two groups; detects if experimental group has more extreme scores (wider spread) than control, particularly at distribution tails.

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Page's Trend Test

v1.0
Nonparametric

Detects monotonic trend in k≥3 ordered repeated measures; more powerful than Friedman when trend expected

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Runs Test for Randomness

v1.0
Nonparametric

Tests if sequence of binary outcomes is random; detects patterns, trends, or autocorrelation.

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Shapiro-Wilk Normality Test

v1.0
Nonparametric

Most powerful test for normality; tests if sample from normal distribution

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Sign Test

v1.0
Nonparametric

Simple nonparametric test for paired data; tests if median difference is zero by counting positive vs. negative differences.

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Wald-Wolfowitz Runs Test (Two-Sample)

v1.0
Nonparametric

Tests if two independent samples come from identical distributions by analyzing the sequence pattern (runs) in combined ranked data; detects differences in location, scale, or shape.

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Wilcoxon Signed-Rank Test

v1.0
Nonparametric (Paired-Rank Model)

The engine for Robust Internal Discovery. This model audits the magnitude and direction of change within the same participants, providing a high-fidelity shield against outliers in paired data.

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Equivalence & Non-Inferiority

v1.0
Hypothesis Framework (TOST Model)

The engine for Clinical Parity. These models audit if a new treatment is 'Just as Good' as the gold standard, reveal if differences fall within a pre-defined safety margin (Δ) rather than just being 'Not Significant'.

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Hotelling's T²

v1.0
Multivariate GLM (Two-Group Vector Model)

The engine for Multivariate Mean Discovery. Hotelling's T² audits the divergence between two group mean-vectors, revealing if a categorical difference exists across a cluster of outcomes while protecting the global alpha level.

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Odds Ratio (OR) Test

v1.0
Categorical Effect (Relative Likelihood Model)

The engine for Likelihood Discovery. The Odds Ratio (OR) audits the relative chance of an outcome occurring in one group vs. another, providing the definitive metric for clinical and epidemiological association.

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Relative Risk (RR) Test

v1.0
Categorical Effect (Risk-Ratio Model)

The engine for Incidence Discovery. Relative Risk (RR) audits the ratio of probabilities between two groups, revealing the definitive change in event-likelihood across prospective trajectories.

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Two Proportions Z-Test

v1.0
Categorical GLM (Z-Score Proportions Model)

The engine for Proportional Divergence. This model audits the gap between two independent percentages, reveal the definitive shift in success rates or occurrence frequencies across groups.

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Beta Regression

v1.0
GLM (Beta Logit-Link Model)

The engine for Proportion Discovery. Beta regression audits outcomes that are naturally bounded between 0 and 1 (e.g., percentages, rates, or indices), revealing the drivers of relative magnitude.

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Cox Proportional Hazards

v1.0
Survival Analysis (Hazard-Rate Model)

The engine for Survival Discovery. This semi-parametric model audits the time-to-event trajectories of participants, revealing how predictors 'accelerate' or 'brake' the hazard of occurrence.

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Elastic Net Regression

v1.0
Penalized GLM (L1 + L2 Hybrid Model)

The blueprint for Hybrid Regularization. Elastic Net combines the parsimony of Lasso (L1) with the stability of Ridge (L2), auditing complex predictor grids where variables are both numerous and highly correlated.

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Generalized Additive Models

v1.0
Non-Parametric GLM (Smoothing Spline Model)

The engine for Non-Linear Discovery. GAMs audit complex, wiggly relationships using smoothing splines, allowing the data to dictate its own 'shape' rather than forcing a straight-line narrative.

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Hierarchical Regression

v1.0
GLM (Sequential Block Model)

The engine for Incremental Discovery. Hierarchical Regression audits the additive power of predictors by entering them in sequential blocks, revealing exactly what each new layer adds to the 'Outcome Story'.

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Lasso Regression

v1.0
Penalized GLM (L1 Regularization Model)

The engine for Automated Parsimony. Lasso (L1 Regularization) audits vast fields of predictors, utilizing absolute-magnitude penalties to set irrelevant coefficients EXACTLY to zero—yielding the definitive 'Shortlist' of discovery.

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Logistic Regression

v1.0
GLM (Binary Logit Model)

The engine for Probability Discovery. Logistic Regression audits the likelihood of discrete binary events (Success/Failure) across a landscape of continuous and categorical predictors.

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Log-Linear Analysis

v1.0
Categorical GLM (Multi-Way Frequency Model)

The engine for Multi-Way Categorical Discovery. Log-Linear Analysis audits the complex network of associations between categorical variables in multi-dimensional tables, seeking the 'Best-Fit' hierarchy of synergy.

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Moderation Analysis

v1.0
Interactive GLM (Conditional Effects Model)

The blueprint for Context-Dependent Discovery. Moderation Analysis identifies if the strength or direction of a relationship depends on the level of a third variable, revealing the 'boundary conditions' of an effect.

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Multinomial Logistic Regression

v1.0
GLM (Polytomous Logit Model)

The engine for Multi-Category Discovery. Multinomial Logistic Regression audits the likelihood of membership in three or more unordered groups, revealing the predictors that drive categorical choice.

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Negative Binomial Regression

v1.0
GLM (Overdispersed Count Model)

The engine for Overdispersed Discovery. Negative Binomial regression audits event frequencies when the variance significantly exceeds the mean, providing a robust shield against Poisson failure.

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OLS Regression

v1.0
GLM (Linear Predictive Model)

The foundation of Predictive Discovery. Ordinary Least Squares (OLS) regression audits the linear synergy between multiple predictors and a continuous outcome, revealing the mathematical blueprint of influence.

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Poisson Regression

v1.0
GLM (Poisson Log-Linear Model)

The engine for Frequency Discovery. Poisson Regression audits the rate at which discrete events occur (e.g., counts per unit time/space) across a field of multivariable predictors.

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Proportional Odds Regression

v1.0
GLM (Cumulative Logit Model)

The engine for Ordinal Discovery. This model audits outcomes with a natural ranking (e.g., Better/Same/Worse), assuming that predictors exert a consistent influence across all category thresholds.

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Quantile Regression

v1.0
Non-Parametric GLM (Distributional Model)

The engine for Distributional Discovery. Quantile Regression audits relationships at any point in the outcome spectrum (e.g., Median, 90th percentile), revealing how predictors behave differently for 'High' vs. 'Low' performers.

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Ridge Regression

v1.0
Penalized GLM (L2 Regularization Model)

The engine for Multicollinearity Neutralization. Ridge (L2 Regularization) audits dense fields of predictors, utilizing squared-magnitude penalties to stabilize coefficients that would otherwise explode due to inter-variable correlation.

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Robust Regression

v1.0
Linear GLM (M-Estimation Model)

The engine for Outlier-Resistant Discovery. Robust regression audits relationships using M-estimators, mathematically 'downweighting' extreme observations to ensure they don't hijack the predictive truth.

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Tobit Regression

v1.0
Censored GLM (Limited Dependent Model)

The engine for Censored Discovery. Tobit regression audits relationships where outcomes are 'capped' by floor or ceiling effects, mathematically uncovering the hidden truth beyond the observation limits.

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Zero-Inflated & Hurdle Models

v1.0
Dual-Process GLM (Two-Part Modeling)

The engine for Multi-Part Count Discovery. These models audit datasets with an 'Excess of Zeros' by splitting the story into two parts: the choice to participate (0 vs. >0) and the frequency of participation.

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Cohen's Kappa (κ)

v1.0
Reliability Theory (Agreement Model)

The engine for Categorical Agreement. Cohen’s Kappa (κ) audits the consistency between two raters, reveal the true 'Consensus Signal' after mathematically neutralizing the influence of random guessing.

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Cronbach's Alpha (α)

v1.0
Psychometric Theory (Internal Consistency Model)

The definitive engine for Internal Consistency. Cronbach’s Alpha audits the inter-item covariance within a scale, revealing if your questions are unified contributors to a single psychological or clinical construct.

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Fleiss' Kappa

v1.0
Reliability Theory (Multi-Rater Model)

The engine for Multi-Rater Consensus. Fleiss’ Kappa audits the agreement across three or more observers simultaneously, revealing the collective reliability of a group classification system.

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Kendall's W

v1.0
Reliability Theory (Rank-Concordance Model)

The engine for Group Concordance. Kendall’s W (Coefficient of Concordance) audits the agreement among multiple raters while they rank multiple items, revealing the collective stability of professional judgment.

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Weighted Kappa

v1.0
Reliability Theory (Weighted Agreement Model)

The engine for Ordinal Agreement. Weighted Kappa audits the consistency between two observers on a ranked scale, assigning 'Partial Credit' for near-misses to reflect the gravity of disagreement.

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Kaplan-Meier Analysis

v1.0
Survival Analysis (Product-Limit Model)

The engine for Survival Discovery. Kaplan-Meier audits the step-by-step trajectory of time-to-event data, reveal the 'Survival Probability' while mathematically neutralizing the bias of censored participants.

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Independent T-Test

v1.0
GLM (Two-Group Between-Subjects Model)

The engine for Comparative Discovery. This model audits the divergence between two unrelated groups, revealing the definitive signal of treatment efficacy or categorical difference.

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One-Sample T-Test

v1.0
GLM (Single-Group Mean Model)

The engine for Benchmark Discovery. This model audits the distance between your sample and a fixed clinical or population standard, revealing if your data 'breaks' from the established norm.

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Paired T-Test

v1.0
GLM (Two-Group Within-Subjects Model)

The engine for Internal Discovery. This model audits the change within the same participants (e.g., Pre-test vs. Post-test), using each individual as their own baseline to reveal pure recovery signals.

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ARCH/GARCH Models

v1.0
Time Series (Volatility Model)

The engine for Volatility Discovery. This model audits the 'Clustering' of uncertainty, revealing how current volatility depends on previous shocks and previous variance, essential for high-fidelity risk forensics.

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ARIMA Models

v1.0
Time Series (Box-Jenkins Model)

The blueprint for Temporal Discovery. ARIMA (AutoRegressive Integrated Moving Average) audits the internal pulse of time series data, utilizing past values and previous errors to forecast the future with high-fidelity precision.

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Augmented Dickey-Fuller (ADF)

v1.0
Time Series (Unit Root Model)

The engine for Stationarity Discovery. The ADF test audits the presence of a 'Unit Root', reveal if your time series data is stable enough for valid temporal modeling or if it is drifting in an unpredictable random walk.

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Granger Causality

v1.0
Time Series (Predictive Causal Model)

The engine for Predictive Precedence. This model audits whether the past values of one time series significantly improve the forecast of another, revealing the 'Information Flow' between temporal signals.

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Ljung-Box Test

v1.0
Time Series (Diagnostic Model)

The engine for Residual Integrity. This 'Portmanteau' test audits the entire cluster of autocorrelations in your residuals, revealing if your model has successfully extracted all the 'Signal' or if patterns remain hidden in the noise.

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VAR Models

v1.0
Time Series (Dynamic Systems Model)

The engine for Dynamic Multivariate Discovery. Vector Autoregression (VAR) audits the internal pulse of a cluster of time series, revealing how multiple variables influence each other's future in a unified temporal system.

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