Explores computing density of states and Bayesian inference using importance sampling, showcasing lower variance and parallelizability of the proposed method.
Introduces Bayesian estimation, covering classical versus Bayesian inference, conjugate priors, MCMC methods, and practical examples like temperature estimation and choice modeling.
Explores the Nobel Prize-winning discovery of replica and cavity methods in complex systems, focusing on the random energy model and the application of probability theory.
Explores energy flow and critical points in statistical physics, emphasizing the importance of understanding correlation functions and critical exponents.
Explores linear regression from a statistical inference perspective, covering probabilistic models, ground truth, labels, and maximum likelihood estimators.