strange random number generator
2013-10-21
I investigate the origins of Go's default random number generator, which credits an algorithm by DP Mitchell and JA Reeds, and search for the original academic source behind this mysterious attribution.
Blogs
Blog Posts
the book is out!!!
2013-10-14
My book on Monte Carlo methods for postgraduate students is finally out and available on Amazon! I'm thrilled to share this textbook that covers fundamental topics in this important area.
Frontier Research
2013-08-20
I receive flattering news that my research paper has very good impact, only to discover the invitation comes from a publisher listed among predatory open-access journals.
about the "Gem Forge" in Infinity Blade 2
2013-08-07
I investigate the gem forge mechanic in Infinity Blade 2 through empirical data collection, discovering patterns in forging time calculations, output gem values, and price correlations that challenge existing community knowledge.
The Fortuna Random Number Generator
2013-07-23
I have completed an implementation of the Fortuna random number generator in Go, a cryptographic tool designed for applications like generating secure session tokens, which differs from the Monte Carlo random number generators I typically work with.
new software package: a simple tracing framework for Go
2013-07-02
I introduce trace, a simple tracing framework for Go that lets code emit diagnostic messages with minimal performance overhead. When tracing is disabled, calls have no effect; when enabled, listeners can record and display trace messages to help debug and explore program behavior.
new paper
2013-03-20
I announce the submission of a new paper on MAP estimators and their consistency in Bayesian nonparametric inverse problems, published in Inverse Problems.
my first book!!!
2013-03-20
I have completed my first book, An Introduction to Statistical Computing, which will be published by Wiley and covers random number generation, Monte Carlo methods, and advanced topics for postgraduate students.
happy 2013 to everybody!
2013-01-02
I'm ringing in 2013 with warm wishes for everyone as we start this new year together.
Police and Crime Commissioner elections
2012-11-12
I examine the upcoming Police and Crime Commissioner elections and question whether local politicians are truly qualified for this role, then analyze the four candidates standing in Leeds and their varying approaches to policing and public safety.