Dr Erica Thompson on how mathematical models can lead us astray and what we can do about it

Update: 2024-07-15

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We live in a world that is increasingly being dictated by data. But the models that govern different outcomes need a lot of work. Dr Erica Thompson's fascinating book, "Escape from Model Land: How mathematical models can lead us astray and what we can do about it" is all about it. For all their vaunted prowess, models can often mislead. In this podcast Dr Thompson offers her thoughts on the head scratcher of a subject.

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Dr Erica Thompson on how mathematical models can lead us astray and what we can do about it

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Dr Erica Thompson on how mathematical models can lead us astray and what we can do about it

Dr Erica Thompson on how mathematical models can lead us astray and what we can do about it