Résultats pour "statistics" dans Sciences exactes

From batting averages and political polls to game shows and medical research, the real-world application of statistics continues to grow by leaps and bounds. How can we catch schools that cheat on standardized tests? How does Netflix know which movies you'll like? What is causing the rising incidence of autism? As best-selling author Charles Wheelan shows us in Naked Statistics, the right data and a few well-chosen statistical tools can help us answer these questions and more.

Darrell Huff's celebrated classic How to Lie With Statistics is a straightforward and engaging guide to understanding the manipulation and misrepresentation of information that could be lurking behind every graph, chart, and infographic. Originally published in 1954, it remains as relevant and necessary as ever in our digital world, where information is king - and as easy to distort and manipulate as it is to access.

Taking an amusing and digestible look at the usually dry world of probability and statistics, this is the ultimate guide to how you can incorporate them into everyday life, from one of the worlds most sought-after experts in game theory. This book reveals how statistics and probability are...

Modern statistics is very different from the dry and dusty discipline of the popular imagination. In its place is an exciting subject which uses deep theory and powerful software tools to shed light and enable understanding. And it sheds this light on all aspects of our lives, enabling...

A “vivid, wide-ranging, and delightful guide” (bestselling author Tim Harford) for understanding how and why predictions go wrong, with practical tips to give you a better chance of getting them right How can you be 100 percent sure you will win a bet? Why did so many Pompeians stay put...

Conquer big data and artificial intelligence without writing a single line of code in this empowering, practical guide. If you feel left behind by the rapid pace of tech innovation, this friendly resource transforms complex statistics and machine learning into easily digestible mental models...

Create data stories that lead to smarter, more informed decisions. Raw data doesn’t change minds. But a well-crafted story? That’s what drives action. Whether you’re presenting to executives, persuading clients, or influencing your local community, this book will help you transform numbers into narratives that make an impact. Turn raw numbers into insights people actually understand and care about. Present data with clarity, accuracy, and impact.

More Damned Lies and Statistics encourages all of us to think in a more sophisticated and skeptical manner about how statistics are used to promote causes, create fear, and advance particular points of view. Best identifies different sorts of numbers that shape how we think about public issues: missing numbers are relevant but overlooked; confusing numbers bewilder when they should inform; scary numbers play to our fears about the present and the future.

Become a better decision-maker and more informed consumer using statistics stories. Stories stimulate our brains to enhance retention and understanding by evoking emotions. They provide context, helping us grasp complex concepts through real-life examples and establish a connection with the information. By transforming data into narratives, we recall and thus apply insights more effectively, enhancing our ability to make more informed decisions. Perfect for the Math-Averse. You don’t need to crunch numbers to make statistics valuable.

Master the core data science mathematics powering modern machine learning without drowning in dense academic proofs. Perfect for your daily commute, this accessible and empowering guide transforms abstract algorithms into intuitive concepts. Whether you are prepping for a technical interview or...

Master data analysis and design robust statistical studies without getting lost in confusing mathematical formulas. Whether you are a university student tackling a daunting thesis or a professional upskilling on your daily commute, this definitive guide transforms statistical anxiety into...

Is there a secret formula for getting rich? For going viral? For deciding how long to stick with your current job, Netflix series, or even relationship? This book is all about the equations that make our world go round. Ten of them, in fact. They are integral to everything from investment...

Delve into the harrowing reality of racial violence and injustice as the podcast "Red Record The Undisputed Statistics of Lynching in the U.S" invites listeners to confront the documented history of lynching in America. This series is anchored by the chilling and uncompromising statistics compiled by the Chicago Tribune, presenting an account that underscores the systemic oppression faced by marginalized communities. Every episode features a new complete audiobook that unearths narratives surrounding this dark chapter, offering unique explorations of the social, cultural, and historical ...

Master statistical thinking and transform confusing data into actionable business insights without the heavy mathematics. Whether you are upskilling during your morning commute or striving to evaluate complex health debates with a sharp, analytical mind, this accessible audio eliminates the...

Master risk and transform uncertainty into clear decision-making with this accessible mathematics and data science guide. Perfect for your morning commute or focused study sessions, this calm, conversational journey replaces dry formulas with intuitive logic. Equip yourself with essential mental...

Master real-world data and sharpen your everyday decision-making with this conversational, formula-free STEM guide. Whether you are upskilling on your morning commute or searching for analytical clarity to grow a business, you can train your brain to spot patterns in the chaos. Transform...

Welcome to Statistics with Crayons, a podcast where we talk about statistics, oral health, and everything in between. Our hosts, Dr. Alonso Carrasco-Labra and Dr. Michael Glick, are professionals from the Center for Integrative Global Oral Health at Penn Dental Medicine. This center unites health researchers, educators, and practitioners at the University of Pennsylvania and beyond in seeking creative solutions to address unmet oral health needs related to the worldwide prevalence of caries, periodontal disease, oral cancer and craniofacial deformity which impacts more than 3.5 billion people ...

Whether you are retail employee or a budding entrepreneur, or really just someone looking to contribute to your place of work, you will surely encounter problems that require planning and analysis to address them. What you may not know is that, most of the time statistics, specifically probability and its concepts, will often give you an edge in identifying solutions and strategies to help you move forward with a great plan.

A podcast series which examines the interpretative work of compiling statistics, and shares conversations with parents, policy makers and practitioners about the implications of findings.This series is produced by researchers at the Universities of Lancaster and Swansea. The team is called the Family Justice Data Partnership and we are pioneering the use of large scale anonymised data to ask pressing questions about family justice.We are grateful to our funders who are the Nuffield Family Justice Observatory and ADR UK (UKRI and ESRC).All our work benefits from, and would not be possible, ...

Interviews with authors of JAMA Guide to Statistics and Methods chapters about common and new statistics and methods used in clinical research and reported in medical journals.