Florence Nightingale: how she used, managed and explained data to save lives, a talk by Noel-Ann Bradshaw (London Metropolitan University)
Abstract
Florence Nightingale is well known in the mathematics community for her contribution to statistics and her visualisation of data using polar area diagrams. However the details of her work are often not fully appreciated. This talk, drawing on Nightingale’s own writings, will show how she not only challenged but also corrected British officials’ use and management of data during and after the Crimean War. Her work influenced policy makers in the British Army and Government, resulting in improved conditions for both soldiers and the working classes. Her notes on the use and management of data are as relevant in today’s data-focussed society as they were in Victorian Britain.
This talk will be given remotely, via Zoom. If you wish to register for attendance at this London branch talk, please contact Gemma Reeves who will provide the required details.
No charge is made to attend meetings. Non-IMA members are welcome.
