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COPSS-NISS Leadership Webinar: Pioneers in Statistics Explore the Link Between Theory and Scientific Discovery

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On October 29, 2024, the COPSS-NISS Leadership Webinar Series hosted an inspiring session titled “Leadership in Linking Statistical Theory and Scientific Inquiry,” featuring biostatisticians Michael Kozarock and Diana Wheaton. With over four decades of combined experience, both experts shared their... more

NISS Hosts Successful Virtual Grad School Fair for Aspiring Data Scientists

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The NISS Academic Affiliates Committee recently wrapped up a three-day virtual graduate school fair, “Undergraduate Student Guide to Grad School: PhD & MS Programs in Statistical Sciences,” held on Fridays, October 11, 18, and 25, 2024. Designed for undergraduates interested in advanced degrees... more

NISS Launches Collaboratory and Inaugurates "AI, Statistics, and Data Science in Practice" Webinar Series

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Date: October 15, 2024 | See event pageThe National Institute of Statistical Sciences (NISS) hosted the inaugural session of its new webinar series, "AI, StAtIstics, and Data Science in Practice," with an inspiring keynote by Professor Bin Yu of the University of California, Berkeley. David S.... more

NISS Director David S. Matteson to Present on Time Series Analysis at 2024 FCSM Conference

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The 2024 Research and Policy Conference on the Relevance, Timeliness, and Integrity of Federal Statistics is shaping up to be a major event for statisticians, data scientists, and policy makers alike. Running from October 22-24, 2024, at the College Park Marriott Hotel and Conference Center in... more

ITSEW 2024 Explored Understanding Error in a Blended World

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The NISS International Total Survey Error Workshop (ITSEW) 2024 Workshop brought together leading experts in survey methodology from across North America and beyond, focusing on innovative approaches to Total Survey Error (TSE) and data quality in the 21st century. The workshop was held on... more

Inspiring Leadership: COPSS-NISS Webinar Explores Data Science, Machine Learning, and AI

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On Tuesday, September 24, 2024, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM ET, the Committee of Presidents of Statistical Societies (COPSS) and the National Institute of Statistical Sciences (NISS) hosted a thought-provoking webinar titled "Leadership in Data Science, Machine Learning, and AI." Bringing together... more

NISS 2024 Writing Workshop at JSM: AI Insights and Career Development Highlighted

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The final installment of the NISS Writing Workshop 2024 was held on August 4 at the Joint Statistical Meetings (JSM) in Portland, OR. This engaging in-person session was preceded by the two intensive Fridays (July 19 & 26), of which were marked by a rich blend of interactive tutorials and panel... more

Celebrating NISS Awards 2024

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NISS has three awards given each year, the Jerome Sacks Award recognizing sustained, high-quality cross-disciplinary research involving the statistical sciences, the Distinguished Service Award to recognize individuals who have given extraordinary service that significantly... more

NISS Hosts Successful Virtual National Labs Career Fair, Connecting Statisticians to Prestigious Federal Opportunities

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On June 28, 2024, the National Institute of Statistical Sciences (NISS) successfully hosted a Virtual National Labs Career Fair, providing valuable insights into career opportunities for statisticians within specialized federal laboratories. This event, held from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM ET, attracted... more

Experts Discuss the Future of Blended Data in National Statistics

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June 5, 2024 – A distinguished panel of experts convened to discuss the evolving role of blended data in the United States’ national data infrastructure. The session, titled The Role of Blended Data in a New National Data Infrastructure, was held virtually and featured leading statisticians,... more

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