Born in 1897 in Indiana to a religious family with a doctor father. Graduated from Harvard University in 1919 with a degree in Philosophy and Economics. Earned his Ph.D. in psychology in 1922 under Hugo Münsterberg
Sensitivity measures test's ability to identify true positives. Specificity measures test's ability to identify true negatives. Jacob Yerushalmy introduced these terms in 1947
Sensitivity measures test's ability to detect condition when present. Specificity indicates test's ability to rule out disease in absent patients. Gold standard is best available testing for diagnosing disease
Author's father was successful entrepreneur who worked hard and had financial means. Early success definition included self-direction, money, and holidays
Born in Istanbul in 1952 to successful civil engineer grandfather. Initially dreamed of painting between ages 7-22. Published first novel "Cevdet Bey and Sons" at age 22. Books translated into 55 languages, including "Istanbul"
Middle-school teacher Joe Gardner seeks to become a professional jazz pianist. Story takes place in New York City, inspired by jazz culture. The Great Before is a fantastical world where souls find their personalities