Fundamentals of Statistical Inference: Foundations of Data Analysis

Konstantin Zuev, teaching professor of computing and mathematical sciences at Caltech, has published a new book, Fundamentals of Statistical Inference: Foundations of Data Analysis, which offers a concise and rigorous introduction to statistical inference. The book emphasizes the development of statistical thinking and intuitive understanding, helping readers grasp not only how methods work but also why and under what assumptions they are applied.

Rather than presenting statistical inference as a fixed toolbox, the book highlights its adaptive nature in real-world scientific and engineering problems, where existing methods often need to be modified or newly developed. By combining clear explanations with carefully selected references for further study, the book invites readers to engage more deeply with both the theory and practice of data analysis.