Statistical Analysis in Cosmology - Part 1

Explore the fundamental concepts of statistical analysis in cosmology through this comprehensive lecture delivered by Dr. Marika Asgari from the University of Hull. Delve into the intricacies of Bayesian statistics, likelihood sampling, chi-square, and covariance matrix. Gain insights into parameter estimations in 2-point statistics and conclude with an in-depth discussion on Markov Chain Monte Carlo (MCMC) methods. This 78-minute presentation offers a solid foundation for understanding statistical techniques crucial in modern cosmological research.