Beatrice Aitchison
American mathematician and economist
Born
July 18th, 1908
116 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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