Norma Bargary

Prof. Norma Bargary is a Professor of Data Science & Statistical Learning at the Department of Mathematics and Statistics, University of Limerick. She is a core member of MACSI (Mathematics Applications Consortium for Science and Industry), Ireland's premier research group for industrial and applied mathematics/statistics. Her work bridges theoretical statistics with real-world applications across multiple sectors.

Her primary research focuses on:

• Statistical modeling of high-dimensional datasets
• Functional data analysis techniques

She applies these methodologies in diverse collaborative contexts including:

• Medical research and oncology
• Sports science and biomechanics
• Psychological studies
• Pharmaceutical development
• Industrial manufacturing processes

She has served as statistical lead on multiple European and national grant initiatives and holds leadership roles including Vice-Director of the Science Foundation Ireland Centre for Research Training in Foundations of Data Science. Her honors include being appointed among the first Royal Statistical Society Statistical Ambassadors in Ireland.