In the world of data analysis, there’s a famous saying: “There are three kinds of lies: lies, damned lies, and statistics.” While it may sound harsh, but it touches on an interesting truth in the everyday lives of statisticians and researchers. Despite numbers suggesting precision, statistical analysis can be unexpectedly complex, and there’s rarely a single […]
A couple of weeks ago, I participated in a scientific seminar, where the final keynote speaker gave a talk about challenging and testing the assumptions that have been at the center of research on neurodegenerative diseases. The speaker made some excellent points and after listening to this talk, I found myself thinking about how challenging […]
Andrius Penkauskas: How Your Profession Can Shape Your Lifestyle: Insights from a Researcher’s Perspective Have you ever considered how your profession can shape your lifestyle? It is common for work-related habits to leak into your personal life, especially in today’s post-pandemic world, where the boundaries between work and private life are blurred. There is an […]