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What I Read: Pathfinder, A parallel quasi-Newton algorithm

https://statmodeling.stat.columbia.edu/2021/08/10/pathfinder-a-parallel-quasi-newton-algorithm-for-reaching-regions-of-high-probability-mass/ Pathfinder: A parallel quasi-Newton algorithm for reaching regions of high probability massAndrew Gelman10 August 2021, 9:07 am “In the world of Stan, we see three roles for Pathfinder: (1)Continue readingWhat I Read: Pathfinder, A parallel quasi-Newton algorithm

What I Read: Computer Scientist Who Tackles Inequality

https://www.quantamagazine.org/rediet-abebe-tackles-inequality-with-computer-science-20210401/ A Computer Scientist Who Tackles Inequality Through AlgorithmsRediet Abebe uses the tools of theoretical computer science to understand pressing social problems — and try to fix them.Rachel CrowellContributing WriterAprilContinue readingWhat I Read: Computer Scientist Who Tackles Inequality