David Banks and Yen-Chun Liu examine the future of statistics in artificial intelligence for autonomous vehicles.
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Ethical Considerations for Developing and Using Artificial Intelligence in Statistical Practice
Ethical issues in statistical practice in the AI era require continuous attention, reflection, and dialogue among all parties involved. The ASA’s Ethical Guidelines for Statistical Practice and members of the ASA Committee on Professional Ethics are here to help.
Designing Against Bias in Machine Learning and AI
David Corliss examines how shifting the focus to testing for and mitigating bias at the design stage instead of after code is released can help prevent many of the problems seen in machine learning and artificial intelligence.
Meet Bureau of Economic Analysis Director Vipin Arora
Vipin Arora became director of the Bureau of Economic Analysis in December of 2022. Amstat News asked him to respond to a few questions so readers can learn more about him and the agency he runs.
Staff Spotlight: Sabina Schlichtmann
Meet Sabina Schlichtmann, the ASA’s new meetings coordinator.
Invited Session Proposals Sought for JSM 2024
The theme for JSM 2024 is “Statistics and Data Science: Informing Policy and Countering Misinformation,” and it’s time to submit invited session proposals.
SDSS2023: Diverse Panels, Engaging Discussions, Memorable Experiences
The St. Louis Union Station Hotel served as the backdrop for the 2023 Symposium on Data Science and Statistics, which welcomed attendees from across academia, industry, and government.
How My First Statistics Professor Changed My Life—A Tribute to Golde Holtzman
Chris Franck shares the story of how Gold Holtzman inspired him to study statistics. It all started with an empty jar, a scoop, and separate collections of green and yellow beans.
JSM Session Set to Remember Thomas Jabine
Members of the Committee on Scientific Freedom and Human Rights will revisit Jabine’s work touching on global governance, the ASA, and the intersection of statistics and human rights.
Fund Set Up to Kick-Start Community for Underrepresented People in Statistics
The Michael Tsiang Fund for Belonging in Statistics is an initiative to create a safe and supportive community around the many groups that have been historically underrepresented in statistics.