cohort

Example:Researchers conducted a cohort study to investigate the long-term effects of smoking on lung health.

Definition:A type of observational study in epidemiology where a group of people who share a common characteristic or experience are compared with another group of people who do not have that characteristic or experience, over a period of time.

Example:The company used cohort analysis to better understand how different age groups interact with its new product.

Definition:A method by which a group of individuals are analyzed over time based on a shared characteristic such as age or other relevant criteria.

Example:All cohort members were required to complete a health and lifestyle questionnaire.

Definition:Individuals who belong to a specific group within a cohort study, typically sharing a common characteristic or experience at a point in time.