Mariangela Zenga – författare

The peer-reviewed contributions gathered in this book address methods, software and applications of statistics and data science in the social sciences. The data revolution in social science research has not only produced new business models, but has also provided policymakers with better decision-making support tools. In this volume, statisticians, computer scientists and experts on social research discuss the opportunities and challenges of the social data revolution in order to pave the way for addressing new research problems. The respective contributions focus on complex social systems and current methodological advances in extracting social knowledge from large data sets, as well as modern social research on human behavior and society using large data sets. Moreover, they analyze integrated systems designed to take advantage of new social data sources, and discuss quality-related issues. The papers were originally presented at the 2nd International Conference on Data Science and Social Research, held in Milan, Italy, on February 4-5, 2019.

This volume gathers selected, peer-reviewed contributions presented at the 19th Conference of the International Federation of Classification Societies (IFCS 2026), held on 14–16 July 2026 in Milan, Italy. Reflecting the volume’s motto, Navigating Complexity – Statistical Methods, Data Analysis, and Machine Learning for Actionable Insights, the papers showcase modern methodologies and real-world applications designed to extract actionable insights from intricate data. The topics span a wide range of areas within statistics, machine learning, and data science, including model-based clustering, Bayesian methods, anomaly detection, and predictive modeling. Novel and tailored models are proposed for complex data types, such as mixed-type, compositional, and functional data. Furthermore, advanced statistical concepts and cutting-edge artificial intelligence techniques are explored, underscoring the interdisciplinary effort required to address complex challenges in today’s data-driven landscape.Founded in 1985, the International Federation of Classification Societies (IFCS) and its biennial conference are dedicated to promoting mutual communication, cooperation, and the interchange of views among those interested in the scientific principles, numerical methods, and practice of data science, data analysis, and classification.