The book "Bioassays with Arthropods" by Jacqueline L. Robertson, Robert M. Russell, Haiganoush K. Preisler, and N.E. Savin is a comprehensive guide to conducting and analyzing bioassays involving arthropods. The second edition, dedicated to David J. Finney, the奠基人 of probit analysis, covers various aspects of quantal response bioassays, including experimental design, statistical methods, and data analysis. Key topics include binary quantal response with one or multiple explanatory variables, natural variation in response, quarantine statistics, statistical analyses of data from microbial products, pesticide resistance, and the use of mixtures. The authors emphasize the importance of proper experimental design and statistical models to ensure valid results, while also providing practical guidance on using computer programs for data analysis. The book is aimed at biologists with a background in introductory statistics and environmental science, toxicology, or integrated pest management.The book "Bioassays with Arthropods" by Jacqueline L. Robertson, Robert M. Russell, Haiganoush K. Preisler, and N.E. Savin is a comprehensive guide to conducting and analyzing bioassays involving arthropods. The second edition, dedicated to David J. Finney, the奠基人 of probit analysis, covers various aspects of quantal response bioassays, including experimental design, statistical methods, and data analysis. Key topics include binary quantal response with one or multiple explanatory variables, natural variation in response, quarantine statistics, statistical analyses of data from microbial products, pesticide resistance, and the use of mixtures. The authors emphasize the importance of proper experimental design and statistical models to ensure valid results, while also providing practical guidance on using computer programs for data analysis. The book is aimed at biologists with a background in introductory statistics and environmental science, toxicology, or integrated pest management.