Duke University is a private research university in Durham, North Carolina. Founded in 1838 by Methodists and Quakers, the university moved to Durham in 1892. In 1924, tobacco and electric power industrialist James Buchanan Duke established The Duke Endowment and the institution changed its name to honor his deceased father, Washington Duke.
The Department of Statistical Science at Duke University in Durham, NC, United States, stands as a globally recognized hub for advancing statistical theory and applying its methods to real-world problems. It offers comprehensive programs including undergraduate majors and minors, a Master's in Statistical Science, and a Ph.D., fostering a dynamic community of statisticians and data scientists. Renowned particularly for its leadership in Bayesian statistics, the department actively contributes to the evolving fields of data and computational science through impactful research and teaching. Faculty and students engage in extensive interdisciplinary collaborations, applying statistical expertise across numerous disciplines and preparing graduates for diverse, high-impact careers in academia, industry, and government.
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