The 2025 Symposium on Data Science and Statistics in Salt Lake City brought together more than 350 data scientists, statisticians, and computer scientists to explore interdisciplinary advances in AI, statistics, and data science.
Archives for July 2025
Protecting Privacy and Preserving the Value of Federal Statistics for Research and Evidence-Building
As federal agencies update and combine their data systems, the ASA urges a careful balance between protecting people’s privacy and keeping data useful for research and decision-making, calling for more education, better communication, new methods, and strong funding support.
Interviews with Statistics, Data Science Educators Return as JSDSE Collections Expand
The July issue of JSDSE features an interview with Jim Albert about Bayesian teaching methods, research on AI’s limitations in statistical writing instruction, and innovative classroom data sets that include Loch Ness Monster sightings and steel mill operations data.
Kelly Zou Receives OnConferences Icon Award
ASA member Kelly Zou, head of global medical analytics at Viatris, was named a Top 100 Data and Analytics Professional by OnConferences, earning the peer-voted Icon Award at OnCon 2025.
JASA Reproducibility Award Winners Named
Zihang Wang, Irina Gaynanova, Aleksandr Aravkin, Benjamin B. Risk, Wentao Zhan, and Abhirup Datta received the 2024 JASA Reproducibility Award for their exemplary work in computational reproducibility in statistical research.
My ASA Story: Akshata Moharir, Lead Data Scientist
Microsoft lead data scientist Akshata Moharir shares how joining the ASA has connected her with mentors, speaking opportunities, and a supportive community that helped her grow from practitioner to thought leader in AI and data science.
The ADA: A Civil Rights and Statistical Milestone
Although much work remains, the landmark Americans with Disabilities Act has changed the landscape for people with disabilities with stronger legal protections, improved access, and more acceptance in society.
Survey Research Methods Section: Activities at and After JSM
SRMS members plan to connect in person with fellow JSM attendees and will host several events.