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Joint Computing, Graphics Section Honors Douglas Bates
The section honored Bates for contributions to statistical computing infrastructure; developments of S, R, Julia, and mixed-effects models; and their applications in statistical research and practice.
JSM 2022: A World of Innovation in Data for Good
David Corliss offers tips to help Data for Good practitioners get the most out of the Joint Statistical Meetings in Washington, DC.
Peter A. Parker Receives Gerald Hahn Award
Parker is a renowned NASA expert and recognized leader in the statistics field.
BASS XXIX Heads to NC in October
Tutorials on topics pertinent to the research, clinical development, and regulation of pharmaceuticals will be presented by speakers from academia, the industry, and the FDA.
Council of Chapters Gives Special Awards at ISEF 2022
More than 50 statisticians from ASA chapters and sections volunteered their time to judge 1,409 science projects competing for the ASA Special Award in Statistics.
Quality and Productivity Section News
The Quality and Productivity (Q&P) Section executive committee met October 29 to discuss areas of focus for 2022. The committee discussed areas of strength, areas of weakness, and areas needing special attention.
Pathways to Promotion Committee Offers Collaborative Statisticians Advice
The Pathways to Promotion committee held a free webinar, titled “Advice for the Promotion of Collaborative Statisticians in Research and Teaching Institutions,” in May. More than 130 people attended.
My ASA Story: Richard Zink, Biostatistician and Podcaster
Zink is the co-host of ASA Biopharm’s Podcast and says volunteering has been good for his career and allowed him to help the next generation of statisticians and data scientists.
Biometrics Sponsors Several Events at JSM 2021
The Biometrics Section will sponsor several invited and topic-contributed sessions, as well as a mixer, at JSM 2021.