Join us to study for first-year Science courses! (Fans of the Peer Collab will know the deal.) TAs and peer mentors will answer questions, and study snacks will be provided. Bring your own thermos or mug to enjoy hot beverages!

All are welcome, registration is not required. 

Title: Unfolding Generalized Shannon’s Entropy

Abstract:

Shannon’s entropy is a cornerstone of information theory, quantifying uncertainty within a probability distribution. However, the classical definition may fail for distributions with heavy tails or infinite alphabets, leaving gaps in its theoretical foundation. This talk introduces a framework called Generalized Shannon’s Entropy (GSE), which extends the original concept to ensure well-definedness and robustness under broader conditions.

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Location: in-person @ Engine Seminar Room - FDA 3 (Accessibility Map)

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Location: in-person @ Engine Seminar Room - FDA 3 (Accessibility Map)

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Location: in-person @ Engine Seminar Room - FDA 3 (Accessibility Map)