Raid Amin

Dr. Raid Amin is a Distinguished University Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of West Florida, part of the Hal Marcus College of Science and Engineering. He has been a faculty member since 1987 and is recognized for his contributions to statistical research and education. His work bridges academia and real-world applications through collaborations with healthcare institutions and environmental agencies.

Education:

• B.S. in Statistics, Baghdad University, Iraq
• M.S. in Statistics, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
• Ph.D. in Statistics, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Dr. Amin's research focuses on statistical process control, geospatial cluster analysis, and applied statistics in public health and environmental science. His work applies advanced statistical methods to critical societal issues such as crime pattern detection, cancer cluster identification, and human-shark interactions. He also contributes to medical education by providing statistical consulting for clinical residency projects at Sacred Heart Hospital and West Florida Hospital.

His recent publications reflect a strong trend in using SaTScan and spatial statistics for identifying clusters in environmental, health, and criminological data. Articles span journals like Technometrics, Journal of Quality Technology, and Animal Cognition, demonstrating interdisciplinary reach across engineering, ecology, and public policy.

Scientific Awards:

• UWF Faculty Catalyst Initiative Award

Dr. Amin has secured grants and institutional partnerships, most notably winning a proposal that led to UWF becoming an official partner in the EPA’s Toxic Release Inventory University Challenge Program. He actively involves undergraduate and graduate students in research, particularly in analyzing EPA datasets. He also serves as a reviewer for top-tier journals including Technometrics and Journal of Quality Technology, contributing to the scholarly community. His work in statistical consulting supports both academic and clinical training programs.

He is affiliated with research initiatives involving the EPA and leads student-focused research courses in environmental data analysis. His lab or research group emphasizes hands-on learning and real-world data applications, fostering statistical literacy and analytical skills among students.