Mathematics : Encyclopedia of Statistical Sciences
Encyclopedia of Statistical Sciences

Encyclopedia of Statistical Sciences

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Countless professionals and students who use statistics in their work rely on the multi-volume Encyclopedia of Statistical Sciences as a superior and unique source of information on statistical theory, methods, and applications. This new edition (available in both print and on-line versions) is designed to bring the encyclopedia in line with the latest topics and advances made in statistical science over the past decade--in areas such as computer-intensive statistical methodology, genetics, medicine, the environment, and other applications. Written by over 600 world-renowned experts (including the editors), the entries are self-contained and easily understood by readers with a limited statistical background. With the publication of this second edition in 16 printed volumes, the Encyclopedia of Statistical Sciences retains its position as a cutting-edge reference of choice for those working in statistics, biostatistics, quality control, economics, sociology, engineering, probability theory, computer science, biomedicine, psychology, and many other areas.

Amazing! - This is a volume with definitions of most statisticalterms. Some are missing, such as:Definition of chutzpah:someone who asks 4000 dollars for a 9000-page encyclopedia which was obtainedby asking hundreds of statisticians to volunteer sections forfree.Definition of mensch:someone who writes surveys on his field of expertise andplaces it on some web site for the whole world to enjoy.Luc Devroye, Montreal



Encyclopedia of Statistical Sciences