Statistics: Maggie Niu on Counting the Unseen

The video is approximately 60 minutes long. This lecture features Dr. Maggie Niu, who was honored to be invited by the Department of Statistics at Pennsylvania State University, delivering a unique public speech titled "Counting the Uncounted" on October 9, 2025. The content of the lecture is deeply rooted, focusing on the application of statistics in addressing issues of data scarcity and uncertainty, and exploring innovative methods to count objects that are difficult to enumerate. Key highlights include Dr. Maggie Niu's in-depth analysis of existing statistical theories, as well as her demonstration of how to handle and utilize unconventional data through practical case studies. During the lecture, Dr. Niu will share her research findings in the field of statistics and discuss how to apply these theories to complex real-world problems. This lecture is suitable for undergraduate and graduate students interested in statistics, as well as scholars and professionals with an interest in data analysis and data science. It is recommended to prepare some foundational knowledge in statistics before watching to better understand the content. While viewing, it may be helpful to consider how to apply the ideas presented by Dr. Niu to your own academic research or professional practice.