C.R. Rao (Statistician)

C.R. Rao, or Calyampudi Radhakrishna Rao, is a renowned Indian statistician known for his significant contributions to statistics and mathematical research. Born in 1920, he developed important statistical theories and methods, including the Cramér-Rao inequality, which helps estimate the precision of statistical estimators. Rao's work has influenced fields beyond statistics, including economics, biology, and engineering. He has held prestigious academic positions and received numerous awards, making him a prominent figure in science. His research has advanced our understanding of data analysis and estimation, impacting how we interpret and utilize statistical information today.