Probability Distribution List: Find Out If Yours is New

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The discussion centers on the search for a comprehensive list of discrete probability distributions, with a participant expressing uncertainty about the originality of their own distribution concept. They consulted a probability theory teacher who suggested familiarity with similar distributions but could not provide specific references. The conversation highlights the importance of validating new mathematical concepts before publishing, with skepticism about the necessity of writing a paper without substantial justification.

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Can anyone point me to a good, comprehensive list of discrete probability distributions? I was working on a hobby problem a while back, and I think I came up with a new one. I ran it by one of my old probability theory teachers, who said that he thought he had seen something like it, but couldn't remember where.

If I can't find it anywhere, should I write a short paper on it? How else could I find out if 'my' distribution has already been worked on before?
 
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Why don't you give us the distribution? I don't think people will care if you found a new distribution unless you have a good reason for them to care about. I doubt writing a paper would be a good idea in that case.
 

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