Beatrice Aitchison

American mathematician and economist

Beatrice Aitchison - American mathematician and economist
Born

July 18th, 1908
117 years ago

Died

1997
28 years ago — 89 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

United States

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Born in 1908, a prominent mathematician and statistician focused on transportation economics. Aitchison contributed significantly to the statistical analysis of transportation systems. Developed methodologies and models for optimizing transportation networks and analyzing traffic patterns. Her work supported various infrastructure projects and policy formations in transportation.

Pioneered statistical approaches in transportation economics

Authored influential publications on transportation systems

Contributed to major transportation planning initiatives

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