Jonathan Shuster offers a commendation and response to Professor Gang Xie for his editorial, “A Practicing Statistician’s Plea.”
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Navigating Tough Conversations in Statistical Collaboration
Uncomfortable conversations are inevitable in many research and professional relationships, including statistical collaborations. Topics can vary widely due to the different backgrounds and expectations of researchers. Common discussions include those about coauthorship, the role of the statistician, and even technical concepts. Reasons for discomfort can include misaligned expectations, the tone of either participant in the conversation, and particular topics or words (e.g., bias) that might escalate the conversation from congenial to difficult.
Using Our Superpowers to Contribute to the Public Good
Rob Santos believes statisticians are superheroes, but their superpowers are only as good as their underlying assumptions.