statistilistes
Statistilistes is a neologism used to describe a proposed professional designation or intellectual tendency that centers on the systematic use of statistics to inform decision-making, communication, and policy. The term combines the root statisti- with the suffix -istes, modeling similar formations in other languages that denote adherents or practitioners.
Statistilistes refer to individuals or groups who emphasize data-driven reasoning, transparent reporting of statistical methods, and
The term is scarcely attested in formal literature and is more commonly found as a descriptor in
Core practices associated with statistilistes include designing studies with clear hypotheses, preregistering analyses when feasible, using
Critics argue that an exclusive focus on statistics can overlook qualitative factors, data privacy concerns, and
Statistics, data literacy, reproducible research, open data, data journalism.