Task Team on International Trade Statistics Progress Overview
The Secretariat of the Task Team on International Trade Statistics, under the United Nations Committee of Experts on Business and Trade Statistics, is actively involved in revising manuals on international trade statistics. Established in 2021, the team focuses on enhancing the integration between t
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Multivariate Analysis
Explore the key concepts of marginal, conditional, and joint probability in multivariate analysis, as well as the notion of independence and Bayes' Theorem. Learn how these probabilities relate to each other and the importance of handling differences in joint and marginal probabilities.
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Understanding Multidimensional Scaling and Unsupervised Learning Methods
Multidimensional scaling (MDS) aims to represent similarity or dissimilarity measurements between objects as distances in a lower-dimensional space. Principal Coordinates Analysis (PCoA) and other unsupervised learning methods like PCA are used to preserve distances between observations in multivari
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Understanding Multivariate Binary Logistic Regression Models: A Practical Example
Exploring the application of multivariate binary logistic regression through an example on factors associated with receiving assistance during childbirth in Ghana. The analysis includes variables such as wealth quintile, number of children, residence, and education level. Results from the regression
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Parallel Implementation of Multivariate Empirical Mode Decomposition on GPU
Empirical Mode Decomposition (EMD) is a signal processing technique used for separating different oscillation modes in a time series signal. This paper explores the parallel implementation of Multivariate Empirical Mode Decomposition (MEMD) on GPU, discussing numerical steps, implementation details,
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Understanding Statistics: An Overview of Business Statistics in MSMSR
Learn about the core concepts of statistics in business through this MSMSR lecture plan module covering topics such as the introduction to statistics, definition of statistics, functions, scope, limitations of data, classification of data, and tabulation of data. Discover how statistics plays a cruc
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Understanding MANOVA: Multivariate Analysis of Variance
MANOVA, an extension of ANOVA, deals with multiple dependent variables simultaneously to test mean differences across groups. Types of MANOVA include one-way between/within subjects and mixed MANOVA. An example explores the effects of coffee consumption on anxiety and fatigue levels. SPSS data files
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Understanding Basic Statistics in Research and Evidence-Based Practice
Basic statistics play a crucial role in research and evidence-based practice. Descriptive statistics help summarize data, while inferential statistics make inferences about populations based on samples. Various types of statistics like hypothesis testing, correlation, confidence intervals, and signi
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Understanding Multivariate Normal Distribution and Simulation in PROC SIMNORM
Explore the concepts of multivariate normal distribution, linear combinations, subsets, and variance-covariance in statistical analysis. Learn to simulate data using PROC SIMNORM and analyze variance-covariance from existing datasets to gain insights into multivariate distributions. Visualize data t
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Performance of Post-Quantum Signatures: Analysis and Comparison
Explore the performance and characteristics of various post-quantum signature schemes including Lattice-based Dilithium, QTesla, Falcon, Symmetric Sphincs+, Picnic, Multivariate GEMSS, Rainbow, and more. Understand the implications of using these schemes in TLS, code signing, firmware updates, signe
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Optimization Methods: Understanding Gradient Descent and Second Order Techniques
This content delves into the concepts of gradient descent and second-order methods in optimization. Gradient descent is a first-order method utilizing the first-order Taylor expansion, while second-order methods consider the first three terms of the multivariate Taylor series. Second-order methods l
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Understanding MANOVA: Mechanics and Applications
MANOVA is a multivariate generalization of ANOVA, examining the relationship between multiple dependent variables and factors simultaneously. It involves complex statistical computations, matrix operations, and hypothesis testing to analyze the effects of independent variables on linear combinations
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Update on UNECE Activities on Gender Statistics & Recent Initiatives
The UNECE Statistical Division, along with partners, has been actively involved in supporting the production and measurement of official gender statistics. Ongoing initiatives include projects on gender statistics in various countries, workshops on dissemination and communication, and the developmen
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The Praia Group on Governance Statistics Handbook
The Praia Group on Governance Statistics aims to establish international standards and methods for governance statistics, develop a Handbook on Governance Statistics, and promote harmonization of governance statistics indicators. The Handbook focuses on measuring various aspects of SDG 16 and provid
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Determinants of Growth in Micro & Small Enterprises: Empirical Evidence from Jordan
Jordanian micro and small enterprises (MSEs) play a significant role in the economy but face challenges in accessing markets and obtaining finance. A research study was conducted in Jordan to analyze the factors influencing the growth of MSEs, including formality, education level of owners, technolo
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Rainbow Signatures Overview and New Attacks
Rainbow signatures, introduced in 2005, offer good performance with small signatures but raise concerns due to large key sizes. This article explores the history of Rainbow, its vulnerabilities, new attacks, and the challenges posed by multivariate trapdoors. The overview delves into practical impli
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Development of Quantum Statistics in Quantum Mechanics
The development of quantum statistics plays a crucial role in understanding systems with a large number of identical particles. Symmetric and anti-symmetric wave functions are key concepts in quantum statistics, leading to the formulation of Bose-Einstein Statistics for bosons and Fermi-Dirac Statis
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Challenges and Plan to Improve Vital Statistics by Mr. Phetsavanh BOUTLASY
Mr. Phetsavanh BOUTLASY, Chief of Registration Statistics Division at the Lao Statistics Bureau, discusses the legislative framework, national statistics system development strategy, challenges faced in vital statistics, and plans to enhance statistical production. The strategy aims for sustainable
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Washington Group and Brazzaville Group Meeting on Disability Statistics
The 2020 virtual meeting of the Washington Group on Disability Statistics and the Brazzaville Group highlighted the collaboration between the National Institute of Statistics in Congo and key stakeholders. The meeting discussed the core agenda items, the role of the National Institute of Statistics
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UK Statistics Authority's Role in Ensuring Trustworthy Health and Care Statistics in England
The UK Statistics Authority, established under the Statistics and Registration Service Act 2007, plays a crucial role in promoting the production and publication of high-quality official statistics in the field of health and care. They emphasize the importance of trustworthy, valuable statistics tha
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Statistical and Quantitative Genetics of Disease
This session covers single locus analysis in statistical and quantitative genetics, focusing on design, analysis, logistic regression, covariates, and multivariate analysis. It discusses approaches for analyzing DNA on cases and controls, modeling, and adjusting for covariates. The association analy
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Enhancing Economic Statistics in Asia-Pacific Region
The Regional Programme on Economic Statistics aims to improve economic statistics in the Asia-Pacific region by enhancing capacity and coordination among National Statistical Offices (NSOs) and other stakeholders. The programme focuses on implementing the Core Set of Economic Statistics to facilitat
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Understanding Multivariate Statistics: Regression, Correlation, and Prediction Models
Explore the differences between regression and correlation, learn about compensatory prediction models, understand the role of suppressor and moderator variables, and delve into non-compensatory models based on cutoffs in multivariate statistics.
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Different Classifications and Guidelines for Descriptive Statistics
This content discusses the two broad classifications of statistics - descriptive and inferential. It delves into descriptive statistics, which help organize and summarize numerical data, and explores various ways to categorize them. It covers measures to condense data, central tendency, variability,
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Limits on the Efficiency of Ring LWE-based Key Exchange
This study explores the limitations of Ring LWE-based key exchange protocols and their impact on non-interactive key exchange mechanisms. It discusses the LWE assumption, noise distribution, and the practical implications of small moduli q and noise-to-modulus ratio r. Additionally, it delves into P
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Lower Bounds for Small Depth Arithmetic Circuits
This work explores lower bounds for small-depth arithmetic circuits, jointly conducted by researchers from MSRI, IITB, and experts in the field. They investigate the complexity of multivariate polynomials in arithmetic circuits, discussing circuit depth, size, and the quest for an explicit family of
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Enhancing Official Statistics for Informed Decision-Making
The purpose of official statistics is to provide reliable and authoritative data reflecting the economic and social landscape of a country. These statistics are essential for monitoring developments, decision-making, and ensuring accountability. Justification for official statistics lies in serving
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Vital Statistics Questionnaire and Response Rates Analysis
This information pertains to the vital statistics questionnaire and response rates discussed during the Third Regional Workshop on Production and Use of Vital Statistics in 2014 in Daejeon, Republic of Korea. It covers the collection of vital statistics related to fertility, general mortality, infan
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PySAT Point Spectra Tool: Spectral Analysis and Regression Software
PySAT is a Python-based spectral analysis tool designed for point spectra processing and regression tasks. It offers various features such as preprocessing, data manipulation, multivariate regression, K-fold cross-validation, plotting capabilities, and more. The tool's modular interface allows users
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Understanding Parameters, Statistics, and Statistical Estimation in Statistics
In statistics, we differentiate between parameters and statistics, where parameters describe populations and statistics describe samples. Statistical estimation involves drawing conclusions about populations based on sample data. The Law of Large Numbers explains the relationship between sample stat
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Understanding Multivariate Adaptive Regression Splines (MARS)
Multivariate Adaptive Regression Splines (MARS) is a flexible modeling technique that constructs complex relationships using a set of basis functions chosen from a library. The basis functions are selected through a combination of forward selection and backward elimination processes to build a smoot
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Quantum Statistics in Physical Systems
In the realm of quantum statistics, various ensembles such as the grand canonical ensemble play a crucial role in describing the behavior of systems like gases and biological molecules. Understanding concepts such as Gibbs factor, chemical potential, and the probabilities of states being occupied sh
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Central Statistics Office, Ireland Enterprise Statistics Overview
The Central Statistics Office (CSO) in Ireland conducts various enterprise surveys to collect data on short-term business statistics, annual structural business statistics, producer prices, employment, and earnings. These surveys provide valuable national indicators, fulfill legal obligations, and c
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Quasi-Interpolation for Scattered Data in High Dimensions: Methods and Applications
This research explores the use of quasi-interpolation techniques to approximate functions from scattered data points in high dimensions. It discusses the interpretation of Moving Least Squares (MLS) for direct pointwise approximation of differential operators, handling singularities, and improving a
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Advanced Techniques in Multivariate Approximation for Improved Function Approximation
Explore characteristics and properties of good approximation operators, such as quasi-interpolation and Moving Least-Squares (MLS), for approximating functions with singularities and near boundaries. Learn about direct approximation of local functionals and high-order approximation methods for non-s
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Multivariate Adaptive Regression Splines (MARS) in Machine Learning
Multivariate Adaptive Regression Splines (MARS) offer a flexible approach in machine learning by combining features of linear regression, non-linear regression, and basis expansions. Unlike traditional models, MARS makes no assumptions about the underlying functional relationship, leading to improve
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Analyzing Improved Cryptanalysis of UOV and Rainbow Signature Algorithms
In this detailed study, the cryptanalysis of UOV and Rainbow signature algorithms by Ward Beullens is explored, focusing on key recovery attacks and the trapdoor structures of Oil & Vinegar and Rainbow schemes. The research highlights the complexities involved in deciphering these multivariate quadr
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Understanding Multivariate Cryptography Schemes
Multivariate cryptography involves systems of polynomial equations, with public keys based on polynomial functions. GeMSS and Rainbow are discussed, highlighting their design features and vulnerabilities. The Butterfly Construction method in multivariate schemes constructs public keys using easily i
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Introduction to Statistics in Business: Key Concepts and Methods
Explore the fundamental concepts in statistics for business purposes, including descriptive and inferential statistics, populations and samples, types of variables, and the importance of statistical analysis. Dr. Rahman Ali, Assistant Professor at the University of Peshawar, delves into the meaning
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Advancing Economic Statistics Integration at Statistics Canada
Enhance economic data harmonization through projects like the Corporate Business Architecture Project, Early Integration Efforts, and the Project to Improve Provincial Economic Statistics. These initiatives aim to align organizational structures, integrate surveys, and enhance data quality for feder
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