Decision Theory: Principles and Approaches

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Giovanni Parmigiani (John Hopkins School of Medicine, USA) Lurdes Inoue (University of Washington, USA)

Decision Theory

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Principles and Approaches

Giovanni Parmigiani (John Hopkins School of Medicine, USA), Lurdes Inoue (University of Washington, USA), Hedibert F. Lopes (University of Chicago, USA)

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John Wiley & Sons Inc
14 April 2009

Probability & statistics

Series: Wiley Series in Probability and Statistics

Decision theory provides a formal framework for making logical choices in the face of uncertainty. Given a set of alternatives, a set of consequences, and a correspondence between those sets, decision theory offers conceptually simple procedures for choice. This book presents an overview of the fundamental concepts and outcomes of rational decision making under uncertainty, highlighting the implications for statistical practice.

The authors have developed a series of self contained chapters focusing on bridging the gaps between the different fields that have contributed to rational decision making and presenting ideas in a unified framework and notation while respecting and highlighting the different and sometimes conflicting perspectives.

This book:
* Provides a rich collection of techniques and procedures.
* Discusses the foundational aspects and modern day practice.
* Links foundations to practical applications in biostatistics, computer science, engineering and economics.
* Presents different perspectives and controversies to encourage readers to form their own opinion of decision making and statistics.

Decision Theory is fundamental to all scientific disciplines, including biostatistics, computer science, economics and engineering. Anyone interested in the whys and wherefores of statistical science will find much to enjoy in this book.

By: Giovanni Parmigiani (John Hopkins School of Medicine USA), Lurdes Inoue (University of Washington, USA)
Contributions by: Hedibert F. Lopes (University of Chicago USA)
Imprint: John Wiley & Sons Inc
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 233mm, Width: 163mm, Spine: 27mm
Weight: 794g
ISBN: 9780471496571
ISBN 10: 047149657X
Series: Wiley Series in Probability and Statistics
Pages: 408
Publication Date: 14 April 2009
Audience: College/higher education , A / AS level
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Giovanni Parmigiani is the author of Decision Theory: Principles and Approaches, published by Wiley. Lurdes Yoshiko Tani Inoue is a Brazilian-born statistician of Japanese descent, who specializes in Bayesian inference. She works as a professor of biostatistics in the University of Washington School of Public Health.

Reviews for Decision Theory: Principles and Approaches

"“Also anyone interested in learning more about decision theoretic experimental design (a topic of growing interest for example in sequential clinical trials) will find a useful overview and a good starting point for further investigations.” (Stat Papers, 2011) ""Decision theory is fundamental to all scientific disciplines., including biostatistics, computer science, economics and engineering. Anyone interested in the whys and wherefores of statistical science will find much to enjoy in this book."" (Mathematical Reviews, 2011)"

Joint winner for International Society for Bayesian Analysis DeGroot Prize for Statistical Science 2009.
Joint winner of International Society for Bayesian Analysis DeGroot Prize for Statistical Science 2009