Geoff Webb

Professor Geoff Webb is a world-leading data scientist at Monash University, serving as Director of the Monash University Centre for Data Science within the Faculty of Information Technology. His research focuses on leveraging data science to enable evidence-based decision making and derive actionable insights through artificial intelligence, machine learning, and big data analytics.

• Core expertise in data mining, bioinformatics, and computational biology
• Developed Magnum Opus software and contributed to the Weka machine learning workbench
• Recipient of the Eureka Prize for Excellence in Data Science and leadership roles in major data mining conferences

Research Interests

Professor Webb's work spans artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data analytics, with a focus on black-box user modelling, interactive data analytics, and statistically-sound pattern discovery. His recent publications highlight advancements in Bayesian networks, time series analysis, and genomic data interpretation, demonstrating his interdisciplinary impact.

Scientific Contributions

• AI in healthcare: EHR-ML framework for clinical records analysis
• Biological applications: KcatNet for enzyme prediction, PFresGO for protein function
• Data mining innovations: OPUS search algorithm, proximity forest techniques

As a technical adviser to data science company Froomle, he bridges academic research with real-world applications. His work has been recognized through numerous research awards and leadership as Editor-in-Chief of Data Mining and Knowledge Discovery for a decade.