Statistics

Bias in statistics

Sampling bias can skew data collection, impacting statistical analysis. It occurs when certain population segments are disproportionately represented, leading to inaccurate conclusions. Understanding bias types like sampling, nonresponse, and response is crucial for reliable results. Minimizing bias mitigates errors, enhancing data quality and decision-making.

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Leveraging Advanced Sensor Technology for Climate Change Assessment at the United Nations

Introduction In my role as a senior manager at the United Nations, I had the unique opportunity to lead a team of data scientists and architects on a groundbreaking climate change project.  The project aimed to provide actionable insights on the impact of climate change on agrobiodiversity and plant genetics. Utilizing a range of advanced sensors, we were able to capture a wealth of data, enabling us to make accurate models and analyses. This article delves into the specifics of the sensor technology used and the invaluable data collected for climate change assessment. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JNAELNPlzy4&cc_load_policy=1&cc_lang_pref=EN The Sensor Arsenal Soil Moisture Sensors These sensors were crucial in understanding how changing climate conditions affect soil water content, a key factor in plant health.…

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Curvilinear Component Analysis

Curvilinear Component Analysis (CCA) is a powerful method for dimensionality reduction, preserving local data structure. Unlike PCA, it handles nonlinear relationships, vital for tasks like image compression, speech recognition, and data visualization. In business, CCA aids customer segmentation, fraud detection, and marketing analytics, enhancing decision-making and cost efficiency.

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