
Frank W. Preston
Frank W. Preston was an American statistician known for his work in the field of science and applied statistics. He made significant contributions to the study of population statistics, particularly in the areas of survival analysis and the analysis of demographic data. His research helped improve understanding of population dynamics and mortality patterns, providing essential insights that inform public health and policy. Preston's work laid the groundwork for many modern statistical methods used in demographics and epidemiology, influencing how scientists analyze and interpret data related to human populations.