#OTD 1857 Karl Pearson b (d April 27 1936). The Grand Old Man of biometrics & mathematical statistics. One of the founders of statistical hypothesis testing & decision theory. He also coined numerous statistical terms still in use: histogram, standard deviation, kurtosis. heteroscedastic…

In this "Statistical Moments" segment at the Inova Schar Cancer Institute, ASA Executive Director Ron Wasserstein stresses the need for medical research funding, which is at risk. Find out how to get involved via our science policy and advocacy resources. www.amstat.org/policy-and-a...