The 2023 Bay Area Biotech-Pharma Statistics Workshop brought together more than 330 participants and 39 sponsors, showcasing advancements in AI, machine learning, and regulatory science.
ASA Board Proposes Changes to Executive Committee Voting Rights
The ASA Board of Directors recommends amendments to the ASA bylaws and constitution to grant the treasurer voting rights on the executive committee, changing the position from its current ex officio non-voting status. The proposed changes are as follows: ASA members who have comments about the proposed changes should send them to Ron Wasserstein, ASA […]
SDSS 2025: Registration, Lightening Talk Submission Open
SDSS 2025 will cover topics such as AI in statistics, open-source tools, machine learning, and data science workflows, alongside lightning talks and mentoring. Registration opens January 7.
2024 SPAIG Award Honors Collaboration Between 41 Organizations
Michelle Shardell, University of Maryland School of Medicine, and Xiaojing Wang, University of Connecticut The Statistical Partnerships Among Academe, Industry, and Government Award annually recognizes outstanding partnerships among organizations from academia, industry, and government and aims to promote new cross-sector collaborations. This distinct ASA award emphasizes recognition of outstanding collaborations between organizations, while also recognizing […]
Introducing Our Newest Members: Spotlight on Wanying Shao
This month, we spotlight new member Wanying Shao, who answered the following questions so we could get to know her better: How did you become interested in statistics and/or data science? I became interested in statistics during my undergraduate studies, when I realized its power to solve various real-world problems. Working on these projects helped […]
Highlights of the November 22–23, 2024, ASA Board of Directors Meeting
The ASA Board of Directors held its final 2024 meeting, introducing new board members and discussing key initiatives such as updates to the strategic plan, new journals, and the success of ASA Giving Day.
From My Heart: Bridging Career, Service, and Music
In her first “President’s Corner” for Amstat News, Ji-Hyun Lee reflects on her journey to leadership and outlines her vision to elevate statistics, expand opportunities, and foster inclusion, emphasizing collaboration and mentorship.
‘Practical Significance,’ Part II | Data Is My Superpower: A Conversation with the ASA Excellence in Statistical Reporting Award Recipient
Washington Post Climate Lab columnist Harry Stevens, ASA’s 2024 Excellence in Statistical Reporting Award honoree, offers advice for aspiring data journalists and discusses data visualization, AI’s impact, and his approach to climate journalism.
Professional Opportunities
Check out professional opportunities from Harvard Medical School, the University of Minnesota, and Rice University.
Survey Research Methods Section Looks Ahead with Sights on Nonresponse
In 2025, members of the Survey Research Methods Section will focus on engaging new members, addressing low survey response rates, and developing innovative approaches while maintaining valid statistical inference amidst evolving challenges.