Paper of the Month: October 2023

Once a month during the academic year, the statistics faculty select a paper for our students to read and discuss. Papers are selected based on their impact or historical value, or because they contain useful techniques or results.


Statistical Hypothesis from the view point of Fisher, Jeffreys and Neyman: Agreements and Disagreements

Friday, October 13, 12:00 pm
AUST 326

Notes Preparer: Dipak Dey, Board of Trustees Distinguished Professor

Partial abstract of the paper: In this presentation, I will give an overview of Statistical Hypothesis testing from Jim Berger’s view point.Is there a statistical testing methodology that is compatible with the core elements of the statistical approaches of Fisher, Jeffreys, and Neyman? The answers will be given through examples and philosophical ideas.