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The Human Genome Project, the cutting edge of 21st century science, involves a unique collaboration between biologists, geneticists and statisticians, using the latest information technology. Today we stand on the brink of a new era, and the work of one man prepared the way. But few people today know of the achievements of Ronald Aylmer Fisher. The four video tracks on this album investigate the enduring legacy of a largely unknown genius. The material forms part of the course SMK184 Chance, Risk & Health.

Language: English

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Chance, Risk and Health
Duration: 00:00:52
Date: 13.04.2010

Chance, Risk and Health
A short introduction to this album.

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Reinventing Statistics
Duration: 00:08:06
Date: 11.12.2008

Reinventing Statistics
Fisher's principles are at the basis of modern research in agriculture, medicine and industry.

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Measuring the Unmeasurable
Duration: 00:07:42
Date: 11.12.2008

Measuring the Unmeasurable
Combining genetics and statistics. Today's cutting edge research into the human genome uses Fisher's concept of maximum likelihood.

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The Quest for Certainty
Duration: 00:05:18
Date: 11.12.2008

The Quest for Certainty
A Lonely Genius. Experts reveal the logic behind Fisher's ideas and their phenomenal legacy.

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Brink of a New Era
Duration: 00:07:17
Date: 11.12.2008

Brink of a New Era
Foundations for computer software. Fisher's methods are still used all over the world. Experts explore his most controversial ideas.

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