Gerko Vink

Dr. Gerko Vink is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences, Utrecht University, specializing in Methodology and Statistics. His work focuses on imputation of missing data, optimization, and machine learning applications.

• Chair Van Buuren Methodology and Statistics
• Email: g.vink@uu.nl

Research Interests: Gerko's research addresses incomplete data problems through advanced imputation techniques, combining statistical rigor with machine learning innovations. He contributes to social physics and longitudinal data analysis.

Recent Publications demonstrate expertise in multiple imputation (mice package), predictive mean matching, and nationwide registry studies in ophthalmology and social sciences. Key collaborations include Prof. Stef van Buuren and the Netherlands Corneal Transplant Network.

Software Contributions include tools like ampute, parlmice, and diagnostic extensions for the mice R package. His work emphasizes reproducibility and methodological transparency.