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• High-dimensional statistics
• Bayesian statistics
• Statistical analysis of complex data
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David Rossell is an Associate Professor at the Department of Economics, Universitat Pompeu Fabra (UPF) in Barcelona, Spain. He is affiliated with the Statistics@UPF research group and directs the Master in Data Science at the Barcelona School of Economics (BSE). Previously, he held positions at IRB Barcelona as head of the Biostatistics Unit and at the University of Warwick's Statistics Department. He obtained his PhD in Statistics from Rice University, Houston (USA), and conducted postdoctoral research at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center under Professors Valen Johnson and Veera Baladandayuthapani. Research Interests: Rossell specializes in high-dimensional statistical inference, Bayesian methods, computational statistics, and applications in biomedicine and social sciences. His work emphasizes methodology for complex data integration, variable selection, graphical models, and experimental design. Key areas include non-local priors, scalable Bayesian computation, and the development of R packages for statistical analysis (e.g., casper , chroGPS , gaga ). Publications: His recent work focuses on advancing Bayesian variable selection, graphical models with external data, and causal inference. Themes include leveraging external datasets for improved model accuracy, robustness to model misspecification, and applications in healthcare and complex mixture analysis. His contributions span methodological innovation and computational tools for high-dimensional problems. Funding & Grants: Rossell has secured funding through Spanish and European grants, including Juan de la Cierva Fellowships, AGAUR fellowships, and Marie Slodowska-Curie Actions. He supports PhD and postdoctoral researchers through programs like La Caixa InPhD and Beca Beautriu de Pinós. Labs & Teams: He leads the BSE Data Science Center and contributes to interdisciplinary collaborations at UPF and IRB Barcelona, bridging statistical theory and practical applications in genomics, epigenomics, and health data analysis.

Tommy LöfstedtView profile

Associate Professor

• Machine Learning
• Computer Vision
• Medical Image Analysis
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Tommy Löfstedt is an Associate Professor at Umeå University , affiliated with the Department of Computing Science and the Department of Mathematics and Mathematical Statistics. His research focuses on machine learning , computer vision , and medical image analysis , with applications in life sciences, radiation therapy, and biomedical imaging. He leads multiple research projects, including AI-driven delineation in radiation therapy, quantitative MRI for radiotherapy, and machine learning for plant nutrient uptake. Current research emphasizes structured regularization methods to improve model interpretability and robustness. Key applications include medical image segmentation , Alzheimer's classification , and uncertainty estimation in MRI . Recent publications highlight his work on morphological regularization , adversarial attack mitigation , and multi-task learning in medical imaging contexts. His projects span 2022–2026 with funding for pediatric oncology automation and gynecological cancer staging. Affiliated with both computing and mathematical departments, he bridges algorithm development with applied mathematical frameworks in medical and life science domains.

Howard BondellView profile

Professor

• Statistical Data Science
• Model Selection
• Robust Estimation
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Howard Bondell is a Professor of Statistical Data Science at the School of Mathematics and Statistics, University of Melbourne, since 2018. He serves as Head of School since 2021, Co-Director of the Melbourne Centre for Data Science, and holds an ARC Future Fellowship (2020-2024). Ph.D. in Statistics, Rutgers University (2005) Academic Career: North Carolina State University (2005-2018) His research focuses on model selection , robust estimation , regularisation , Bayesian methods , and uncertainty quantification in statistical and machine learning. His publications emphasize applications in regression analysis, quantile modeling, variable selection for high-dimensional data, and genetic data analysis. Scientific awards include: Fellow of the American Statistical Association (2017) ARC Future Fellow (2020-2024)

• Nonparametric Statistics
• High-Dimensional Statistics
• Inverse Problems
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Cristina Butucea is a Professor of Statistics and Machine Learning at ENSAE-CREST, Institut Polytechnique de Paris . She was nominated an IMS Fellow (2019) for her contributions to nonparametric and high-dimensional statistics. She has co-organized major conferences like Fréjus 2018 , Luminy 2019-2020 , and Oberwolfach 2021 , and serves as Associate Editor for ALEA . Fields of interest: Nonparametric statistics, quantum statistics, differential privacy, inverse problems, machine learning. Awards: IMS Fellowship, conference organization leadership. Research trends: Focuses on optimal estimation under privacy constraints, quantum state reconstruction, high-dimensional inference, and adaptive nonparametric methods. Email: Cristina.Butucea@ensea.fr | Cristina.Butucea@ip-paris.fr

Anna KorbaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Machine Learning
• Nonparametric Statistics
• Kernel Methods
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Anna Korba is an Assistant Professor at École Polytechnique, specifically affiliated with ENSAE/CREST in the Statistics Department since September 2020. She is also a co-administrator of the Master Data Science program at École Polytechnique. Her academic journey has positioned her as a leading researcher in machine learning, with particular expertise in kernel methods, optimal transport, and statistical optimization. Dr. Korba received her PhD from Telecom ParisTech in 2018 under the supervision of Prof. Stephan Clémençon. Prior to her current position, she was a postdoctoral researcher at University College London's Gatsby Computational Neuroscience Unit working with Arthur Gretton from December 2018 to August 2020. Her academic foundation includes a Master's degree in Machine Learning and Computer Vision (MVA) from ENS Cachan and ENSAE in 2015. Anna Korba's research primarily focuses on machine learning with emphasis on kernel methods, optimal transport, optimization, particle systems, and preference learning. Her work bridges theoretical statistics with practical machine learning applications, particularly in developing novel sampling and optimization methods. She has made significant contributions to understanding Wasserstein gradient flows, density ratio estimation, and variational inference techniques. Her publication record demonstrates a strong trajectory in top-tier machine learning conferences including ICML, NeurIPS, AISTATS, and ICLR. Her research shows a clear evolution from foundational work on ranking and preference learning during her PhD to more recent contributions in Wasserstein-based optimization, sampling methods, and deep probabilistic modeling. The interdisciplinary nature of her work connects statistics, optimization theory, and practical machine learning applications. Top 10% Oral Presentation at AISTATS 2022 Top 15% Long Oral Presentation at ICML 2021 She actively mentors PhD students and postdoctoral researchers, currently advising seven PhD candidates and having successfully guided several alumni to prestigious positions. Dr. Korba also contributes to the academic community through her role in administering the Master Data Science program and collaborating with researchers across institutions worldwide. As part of the CREST research center, Dr. Korba works within a vibrant team of researchers focused on statistics, machine learning, and their applications to economic and social sciences. Her research group includes current PhD students and postdocs working on various aspects of her research interests, creating a dynamic environment for advancing the field of statistical machine learning.

Jes FrellsenView profile

Associate Professor

• Statistical Machine Learning
• Generative AI
• Deep Learning
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Jes Frellsen is an Associate Professor at the Department of Applied Mathematics and Computer Science (DTU) since 2016. Previously, he held academic positions at the IT University of Copenhagen (2016-2019), postdoctoral roles at University of Cambridge (2013-2016) and University of Copenhagen (2011-2013). Education: PhD in Bioinformatics (2011), University of Copenhagen MSc in Bioinformatics (2007), University of Copenhagen BSc in Mathematics and Computer Science (2005), University of Copenhagen EAP Exchange at University of California, Santa Cruz (2004-2005) Research Focus Jes Frellsen specializes in statistical machine learning , particularly generative AI and deep generative models with applications in bioinformatics . His work integrates Bayesian inference , directional statistics , and Markov chain Monte Carlo methods to address challenges in macromolecular structure prediction and missing data imputation . Recent efforts explore uncertainty quantification in image segmentation and generative modeling for materials science. Advising & Collaborations He actively supervises PhD students and postdoctoral researchers in projects spanning news recommendation systems , medical imaging , and 3D structure generation . Collaborations include work with Zoubin Ghahramani (Cambridge) and Thomas Hamelryck (Copenhagen), with contributions to protein structure prediction and statistical methods in structural bioinformatics .

Yi LiView profile

Professor

• Survival Analysis
• Data Science
• High-dimensional Inference
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Yi Li is the M. Anthony Schork Collegiate Professor of Biostatistics at the University of Michigan School of Public Health. With a PhD in Biostatistics from the University of Michigan (1999) and postdoctoral training at Harvard (1999-2000), Dr. Li has established himself as a leading researcher in statistical methodology with applications across multiple biomedical domains. Dr. Li's research spans survival analysis, data science, high-dimensional inference, machine learning, deep learning, spatial data analysis, random-effects models, clinical trial design, and infectious disease modeling. His methodological work finds application in cancer genetics/genomics, radiomics, racial disparity analysis, chronic disease research, and opioid overuse studies. With over 230 publications in major statistical journals including JASA, Biometrika, JRSSB, and Biometrics, as well as premier subject matter journals like PNAS, JAMA, and JCO, Dr. Li's work has significantly impacted both statistical theory and biomedical applications. His research portfolio demonstrates consistent evolution from foundational methodological work in survival analysis and spatial statistics to cutting-edge applications in high-dimensional data, machine learning, and deep learning approaches for complex biomedical problems. The recent publications reveal increasing focus on integrating multiple data sources, causal inference in observational studies, and developing interpretable machine learning models for clinical applications. Dr. Li's work has been continuously supported by NIH funding since 2003, including multiple National Cancer Institute grants (R01 CA95747, 1P01CA134294-010002, R21CA157219, R01CA249096, R01CA269398) and a National Institute on Aging grant (R21AG058198). He actively collaborates with researchers from the University of Michigan and Harvard University on clinical and observational studies. As an educator, Dr. Li has taught advanced courses in survival analysis and statistical methods, mentoring the next generation of biostatisticians. His methodological contributions have been widely recognized through invitations to serve on NIH study sections (BMRD 2008-2012, EPIC 2015-2019) and as Associate Editor for leading statistical journals including Journal of the American Statistical Association, Biometrics, and Scandinavian Journal of Statistics.

• Causal Machine Learning
• Shrinkage Methods
• Regularization Methods
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Jana Mareckova is an Assistant Professor of Econometrics at the Swiss Institute for Empirical Economic Research (SIEW), part of the School of Economics and Political Science (SEPS) at the University of St. Gallen. She joined the university in 2020 after completing a postdoc at SEW-HSG following her PhD from the University of Konstanz (2019). Her research focuses on causal machine learning, shrinkage methods, regularization techniques, and labor economics. She explores applications in labor market outcomes and fairness, leveraging econometric tools to address real-world economic questions. Education: PhD in Econometrics, University of Konstanz (2019); Postdoc at SEW-HSG (pre-2020). Research interests include shrinkage estimation for categorical regressors, causal inference via machine learning, and predicting economic outcomes using noncognitive skills. Her work bridges statistical theory with practical policy analysis, as seen in her 2021 Journal of Econometrics publication on shrinkage methods. Recent projects emphasize causal forests and comprehensive frameworks for policy evaluation. No scientific awards are listed, though her contributions to causal ML and econometric methods are notable. She has no documented advising or grant information. Her research is affiliated with SIEW, focusing on empirical economic research.

Dinh PhungView profile

Professor

• Machine Learning
• Deep Learning
• Generative AI
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Professor Dinh Phung is the Head of the Department of Data Science & AI at Monash University. His research focuses on machine learning, deep learning, generative AI, and robust AI systems. He has authored over 250 publications, with applications in NLP, computer vision, digital health, and cybersecurity. Phung holds a PhD and BSc(Hons) in Computer Science from Curtin University. He leads major projects like 'Can Machines Unlearn?' and 'Trustworthy Generative AI', funded by the Australian Research Council and the Department of Defence. Education: Doctor of Philosophy, Computer Science, Curtin University (2005) Bachelor of Science (Honours), Computer Science, Curtin University (2001) Research Interests: Machine learning, deep learning, and generative models Optimal transport and Bayesian methods Robust and trustworthy AI Applications in digital health, cybersecurity, and autism research Key Projects (2023–2029): Can Machines Unlearn? (2025–2029): Safety in AI Trustworthy Generative AI (2024–2026): Foundation models Robust Machine Learning via Optimal Transport (2023–2025) Awards and Grants: Australian Research Council grants for AI safety and robustness Department of Defence funding for robust learning systems Collaborations: Global partnerships in AI ethics, cybersecurity, and healthcare. Active advisory roles, including with the Victorian Parliamentary Library.

Lena FunckeView profile

Assistant Professor

• Quantum Computing
• Theoretical Physics
• Lattice Field Theory
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Lena Funcke is an Assistant Professor of Theoretical Physics at Bonn University. Her research focuses on quantum computing, lattice field theory, and machine learning applications in physics. She explores topics such as topological phases, gauge theories, and quantum simulations. Her work bridges high-energy physics and computational methods, with a particular emphasis on overcoming noise challenges in quantum algorithms and leveraging machine learning for optimization tasks. Funcke’s research projects include C01 and C03, focusing on Hamiltonian lattice formulations and quantum computing methods for gauge theories. She investigates hybrid approaches combining Monte Carlo simulations with quantum computing to study quantum electrodynamics and topological systems. Her contributions highlight the interplay between theoretical physics and cutting-edge computational tools. Her publications span quantum algorithms for particle physics experiments, error mitigation strategies, and the application of normalizing flows to complex systems like the Hubbard model. She actively contributes to advancing the theoretical foundations of quantum computing and its practical implementation in solving fundamental physics problems.

Daniela CalvettiView profile

Professor

• Large Scale Scientific Computing
• Computational Inverse Problems
• Uncertainty Quantification
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Daniela Calvetti is the James Wood Williamson Professor in the Department of Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, and Statistics at Case Western Reserve University. Her research focuses on large-scale scientific computing, computational inverse problems, uncertainty quantification, and predictive modeling in neuroscience, metabolism, and cellular physiology. She holds a PhD from the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. Her work integrates advanced mathematical techniques with biomedical applications, including brain energy metabolism modeling, MEG/EEG source reconstruction, and computational methods for medical imaging. Notable contributions include Bayesian hierarchical algorithms for inverse problems and interdisciplinary collaborations bridging mathematics with neuroscience and physiology. Recent research highlights include developing sparsity-promoting Bayesian models for tomography, computational frameworks for neuromuscular control variability, and predictive models of disease dynamics like post-pandemic COVID-19 recurrence. Her methodologies emphasize statistically inspired preconditioning and adaptive meshing techniques to enhance computational efficiency in solving complex inverse problems. Dr. Calvetti has published extensively across computational science, inverse problems, and biomedical applications. She leads a research group advancing interdisciplinary computational methods with applications in neuroscience, virology, and metabolic systems.

• Econometrics
• Bayesian Statistics
• Quantitative Marketing
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Kenichi Shimizu is an Assistant Professor in Econometrics (tenure-track) at the Department of Economics, University of Alberta. He holds a PhD in Economics from Brown University (2021) and previously worked at the Adam Smith Business School, University of Glasgow. His research focuses on Bayesian econometrics, quantitative marketing, industrial organization, and time-series analysis. He teaches courses such as Introductory Econometrics (ECON 399) and Applied Econometrics (ECON 599). Education: PhD in Economics from Brown University (2021). Professional affiliations include roles at the University of Alberta and University of Glasgow. His work emphasizes methodological advancements in econometrics with applications to marketing and industrial organization. Research trends in his publications highlight Bayesian methodologies for dynamic modeling, structural breaks, and high-dimensional data. Key topics include semiparametric estimation, sparse models, and policy evaluation frameworks. Grants: Recipient of SSHRC Insight Development Grant (2024-2026) for research on Bayesian econometric methods in industrial organization and marketing. Active presenter at major conferences including the NBER-NSF Seminar, Canadian Economic Association meetings, and the World Congress of the Econometric Society. Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate and graduate econometrics courses with emphasis on applied regression methods and model specification.

Edriss S. TitiView profile

Professor

• Nonlinear Partial Differential Equations
• Applied Mathematics
• Numerical Analysis
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Edriss S. Titi is a University Distinguished Professor and Arthur Owen Professor of Mathematics at Texas A&M University within the College of Arts & Sciences. His research focuses on nonlinear partial differential equations, applied mathematics, and geophysical fluid dynamics. He leads studies on fluid mechanics, atmospheric and oceanic dynamics, data assimilation, and control theory. His work often addresses mathematical rigor in modeling complex systems like climate dynamics and turbulent flows. Research Interests: Nonlinear PDEs and their applications Fluid dynamics and turbulence Data assimilation algorithms Climate and ocean modeling Infinite-dimensional dynamical systems Recent publications emphasize Navier-Stokes equations , primitive equations , and data assimilation in chaotic systems . His methodologies bridge theoretical analysis and computational modeling, with applications to weather prediction and geophysical flows. Collaborations include the Institute for Applied Mathematics and Computational Science (IAMCS) at Texas A&M. Notable contributions include rigorous analysis of global well-posedness for oceanic models and development of CDAnet, a physics-informed deep learning framework for fluid flow downscaling.

Valen JohnsonView profile

Professor

• Bayesian Statistics
• Biostatistics
• Medical Imaging
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Valen E. Johnson is a University Distinguished Professor and Dean Emeritus of the College of Science at Texas A&M University, where he has been a faculty member since 2012. He previously held professorships at the University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center (2004–2012), the University of Michigan (2002–2004), and Duke University (1989–2001). He also served as a Technical Staff Member at Los Alamos National Laboratory (2001–2002). Johnson earned his Ph.D. in Statistics from the University of Chicago (1989), M.A. in Applied Mathematics from the University of Texas at Austin (1985), and B.S. in Mathematics from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (1981). His research focuses on Bayesian methodology, including hypothesis testing, variable selection in high-dimensional spaces, latent variable models, and applications in medical imaging, clinical trials, and educational assessment. He has contributed to the development of non-local prior densities and Bayesian diagnostics for MCMC convergence. His work bridges Bayesian and classical statistical approaches, emphasizing reproducibility and rigorous evidence assessment in scientific research. Johnson has held editorial roles, including Co-Editor of Bayesian Analysis (2010–2014) and Associate Editor of the Journal of the American Statistical Association (2011–present). He is a Fellow of the American Statistical Association and the Royal Statistical Society and has served on the Board of Directors of the International Society for Bayesian Analysis. His advocacy for revised statistical significance standards has sparked major debates in scientific methodology. Johnson has supervised numerous doctoral students, including those whose theses won prestigious awards like the Savage Award. He has collaborated on grants addressing medical imaging, system reliability, and cancer symptom management, reflecting his interdisciplinary impact in biostatistics and public health.

Seongjin ChoiView profile

Assistant Professor

• Urban Mobility Data Analytics
• Spatiotemporal Data Modeling
• Deep Learning & Artificial Intelligence
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Seongjin Choi is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil, Environmental, and Geo-Engineering at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities , where he began his role in January 2024. His research bridges Urban Mobility Data Analytics , Spatiotemporal Modeling , and Deep Learning to advance transportation systems. Affiliated with the Center for Transportation Studies , Minnesota Robotics Institute , and Data Science Initiative , he leads the Choi Research Group . Education: Ph.D., Civil and Environmental Engineering, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST), 2021 M.S., Civil and Environmental Engineering, KAIST, 2017 B.S., Civil and Environmental Engineering, KAIST, 2015 His research focuses on Urban Mobility Data Analytics and Deep Learning to optimize transportation systems. Key areas include: Spatiotemporal Data Modeling for forecasting and imputation Generative AI applications in transportation data Reinforcement Learning for Connected Automated Vehicles (CAV) Cooperative Intelligent Transport Systems (C-ITS) Recent publications in Transportation Science and Transportation Research Part C highlight his work on probabilistic traffic forecasting , deep generative models , and vision-language-action frameworks for autonomous systems. His methodologies often combine AI-driven analytics with real-time mobility optimization . Dr. Choi serves as: Associate Editor of The Journal of the Korean Society of Transportation (JKST) , 2023–Present Guest Editor for Journal of Advanced Transportation special issue on "Advanced Data Intelligence Theory and Practice in Transport 2023", 2023–2024 He actively seeks PhD students/postdocs for 2025 cohorts focused on machine learning for transportation challenges. Current projects include AI-enhanced traffic forecasting, CAV control, and urban air mobility (UAM) integration studies.