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Probability Theory: The Logic of Science

Ralph Baierlein
- 01 Oct 2004 - 
- Vol. 57, Iss: 10, pp 76-77
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In this article, the application of probability theory to a wide variety of problems in physics, mathematics, economics, chemistry and biology is discussed, along with its application in a wider context.
Abstract
This book goes beyond the conventional mathematics of probability theory, viewing the subject in a wider context. Now results are discussed, along with the application of probability theory to a wide variety of problems in physics, mathematics, economics, chemistry and biology. It contains many exercises and problems, and is suitable for use as a textbook on graduate level courses involving data analysis. The material is aimed at readers who are already familiar with applied mathematics at an advanced undergraduate level or higher. The book is not restricted to one particular discipline but rather will be of interest to scientists working in any area where inference from incomplete information is necessary.

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How to Grow a Mind: Statistics, Structure, and Abstraction

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Representation of Confidence Associated with a Decision by Neurons in the Parietal Cortex

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Why psychologists must change the way they analyze their data: the case of psi: comment on Bem (2011).

TL;DR: It is concluded that Bem's p values do not indicate evidence in favor of precognition; instead, they indicate that experimental psychologists need to change the way they conduct their experiments and analyze their data.
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Statistical Decision Theory and Bayesian Analysis

TL;DR: An overview of statistical decision theory, which emphasizes the use and application of the philosophical ideas and mathematical structure of decision theory.
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Gibbs States on Countable Sets

TL;DR: In this paper, Gibbs states and Markov random fields on countable graphs are used to model the phase transition of a particle system and the extreme points of Gv.1.