WestCalc logo Web-Based Statistical and Mathematical Calculator Project
The logo design is based on the product integral  (Volterra, 1887) which is the limit of the product of infinitesimal increments  (1 + X(ds)) over some interval [0,t], and  X(s) is a right continuous stochastic process with left-hand limits (cadlag).  The product integral can be thought of as the continuous counterpart of the product (pi) symbol. In survival analysis, the survival function S(t)  can be expressed as the product integral with respect to the process X(ds)= -h(s) , where h(s) is the hazard function. The legs of the product integral are joined to form a "W" for  WestCalc. The two colors represent the synergy of mathematics and computing analogous to the property of the product integral being decomposable into the continous part and the collection of jump points.

Vision and Mission
  1. To provide computational support to courses taught using basic and advanced statistical and mathematical applications.
  2. To provide a way by which new statistical methodologies are introduced to practitioners and the general public.
  3. To serve as a catalyst for  information transfer from the academe to the industry or workplace.
  4. To provide the necessary tools for statisical planning, consulting and analysis with maximum portability and medium that both consultant and client can access and appreciate.

Products

WeStCalc  - basic
WeStCalc  - java



Proposals, papers, posters, and publications

Quiton, J. 2007. Designing WestCalc:   A Web-based Statistical Calculator.  Proposal submitted for 2008 Summer Faculty Scholarship. Department of Mathematics, Western     Kentucky University.
Quiton, J. 2007. Solving the last mile problem in the adaptation of advanced statistical and computing methodologies.  Poster presented at the 13th Annual  Kentucky  EPSCoR (Experimental Program to Stimulate Competitive Research ) Program at  the Lexington Convention Center, Lexington KY on  October 2, 2007.

Grants Supporting this project
Grant Title Effecttive Dates
Kentucky EPSCoR Research Startup Fund No. RSF-031-06 July 2007- July 2009
Western Kentucky University 2008 Summer Faculty Scholarship Award  No. 222386 May 2008- August 2008