Applied The paper describes methods used to analyze empirical public health data. Emphasizes application of statistical methodology to solving a subject-area problem. Subject-area experts are the primary audience. Theoretical The paper does not use empirical data or empirical data is used primarily to illustrate a method. Emphasizes development, description, or evaluation of statistical methodology.
Statisticians are the primary audience.
No supplementary materials will be considered for the award for the submitted paper. The committee reserves the right to change the selected paper category or to present only one overall Statistical Science Award. Please attach a brief cover letter that addresses the four criteria listed above.