ASDS Seminar on Tuesday 28 July 2026

Title: Sir Ronald A. Fisher: The Father of Modern Statistics – His Life, Contributions, and Legacy

Venue, date and time: IASDS (former ISRT), 28 July 2026, 2:00 pm

Speaker: Dr. Md. Hasinur Rahman Khan, Professor, IASDS, University of Dhaka

Abstract:

Sir Ronald A. Fisher (1890–1962) is widely regarded as the father of modern statistics and one of the most influential scientists of the twentieth century. Beyond statistics, Fisher played a central role in establishing modern population genetics by integrating Mendelian genetics with Darwinian evolution. This lecture presents a chronological journey through Fisher’s life, highlighting his scientific achievements, major publications, collaborations, and intellectual debates with contemporaries. It also discusses his controversial views on eugenics and smoking, offering a balanced perspective on his legacy.