Angelo Messedaglia
Italian social scientist and statistician
Born
1820
205 years ago
Died
April 5th, 1901
124 years ago — 81 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Italy
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Contributed to the field of social science and statistics with an emphasis on sociological aspects. Published works that addressed statistical methods and their applications in social studies. Participated in various statistical societies, promoting the advancement of statistical science in Italy and beyond. His efforts in developing statistical education are recognized within academic circles.
Published significant works in statistics
Promoted statistical science in Italy
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