Practical Significance producer Kim Gilliam recently conducted an interview with Donna LaLonde, ASA associate executive director, and Ron Wasserstein, ASA executive director, turning the tables on her ASA colleagues and podcast cohosts.
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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 […]
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 […]
‘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.
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.
Applications Wanted for Ellis R. Ott Scholarship
The ASQ Statistics Division offers $7,500 scholarships for graduate students at US or Canadian institutions. Students should apply by June 15 to support their studies in applied statistics.
ASA Fellow Kwok-Leung Tsui Recognized Among World’s Most-Cited Researchers
ASA fellow Kwok-Leung Tsui was named to the 2024 Clarivate Highly Cited Researchers List for the second time for his work in data science, predictive analytics, and lithium-ion battery research.
Central Arkansas Chapter Welcomes ASA President-Elect
ASA President-Elect Ji-Hyun Lee visited the Central Arkansas Chapter, highlighting the vital role of biostatisticians and data scientists in advancing science while offering advice on collaboration, communication, and professional development.
Normand Presents on Mental Health, Causal Inference at International Day of Women Conference
Sharon-Lise Normand delivered a talk on cutting-edge applications of AI and statistical methods in mental health research with a spotlight on schizophrenia at the International Day of Women Conference.
San Francisco Bay Area Chapter Holds Sixth Summer Program
The San Francisco Bay Area Chapter held its sixth annual summer program, where K–12 students analyzed data with mentor guidance and presented their findings on topics like health, the environment, and sports.