Advanced topics in specialized areas of statistics and stochastic modeling designed to define new research directions drawing on recent advances in theory and model formulation. Focus on statistical issues arising in the application of statistical or stochastic models to new substantive research efforts. Topics may change from year to year. Number of credit hours for the class will be predetermined each semester based on the material to be presented. Consent of the instructor required.
Graduate students lecture on background material for colloquia using recent publications.
Following each colloquium, stu dents lead discussion and clarify further the contributions of the research. Satisfies requirement for every full-time graduate student to enroll in a participatory seminar every semester while registered in any graduate degree program. Number of credit hours will be determined by prior agreement with the instructor and depends on the extent of the student's responsibility. Consent of the instructor required. Permission of instructor required.