Soonwoo Kwon is an Assistant Professor of Economics at Brown University, specializing in econometric theory and applied econometrics with a focus on robust methods. His work addresses estimation techniques in panel data models, shrinkage estimation, and measurement error correction. He has contributed to the development of the FEShR R package implementing shrinkage estimators for fixed effects models. Research spans topics like bias-aware inference, regression discontinuity designs, and parallel trends analysis, with publications in journals such as Econometrica , Review of Economic Studies , and Quantitative Economics . His research interests emphasize methodological rigor, including regularization in regression models and diagnostics for misspecified models. Collaborations include work with Timothy Armstrong, Michal Kolesár, and Sokbae Lee. Kwon's GitHub contributions reflect active development in statistical software, particularly in C++ and R for econometric applications.
Simon Shaw is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Mathematical Sciences at the University of Bath and a member of the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Statistical Applied Mathematics (SAMBa). His research focuses on Bayesian approaches, including Bayes linear methods, graphical models, and conditional independence analysis. He also explores operational research topics like nonparametric predictive inference for component replacement strategies. His research interests include the analysis of second-order exchangeable sequences, multivariate sampling techniques, and applications in economic activity assessment and climate modeling. He has contributed to methods for handling finite populations and separable covariance matrices in multivariate cluster sampling. His recent work includes advancements in generalized additive models for large datasets and adaptive age replacement strategies for maintenance optimization. He has published in journals such as the Journal of the Royal Statistical Society and the Journal of the Operational Research Society. While no specific awards are listed, his research has been cited over 240 times for notable contributions in statistical modeling and operational research. He has supervised one doctoral student but no names are provided.
Theresa Smith is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Mathematical Sciences at the University of Bath, affiliated with centers including the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Statistical Applied Mathematics (SAMBa), the Centre for Mathematics and Algorithms for Data (MAD), and the Centre for Therapeutic Innovation. Her research focuses on statistical methods for spatial and longitudinal data, with applications in health and social sciences, particularly clinical decision support tools. She holds a PhD in Statistics from the University of Washington (2014) and previously served as a Senior Research Associate at Lancaster University (2014–2016). Her research interests include spatial epidemiology, Bayesian inference, and biostatistical modeling. She leads projects such as the TULiPS study on psoriasis burden and the AI4CI Hub for collective intelligence research. Notable collaborations involve developing AI-driven solutions for public health challenges and advancing wastewater-based epidemiology for disease monitoring. Dr. Smith has secured grants from the NIHR, EPSRC, and the Royal Society, including a Short Industry Fellowship for predictive analytics in electronic health records. She advises students like N. Khaleel, whose thesis she supervised. Her work contributes to Sustainable Development Goals related to health and well-being. She is also part of interdisciplinary teams addressing environmental health risks and urban transport policy impacts.
Bo Wang is an Associate Professor in Statistics at the University of Leicester, affiliated with the School of Computing and Mathematical Sciences. He earned his PhD in Applied Mathematics from Shandong University in 2000, followed by research roles at institutions including IRISA (France), University of Glasgow, Newcastle University, and University of York before joining Leicester in 2011. His research focuses on functional and longitudinal data analysis, Gaussian process modelling, mortality forecasting, and computational statistical inference. He leads the Mathematics programme at the Leicester International Institute, Dalian University of Technology. Education: PhD in Applied Mathematics, Shandong University (2000) Wang's research interests emphasize developing statistical methodologies for complex data structures, particularly in mortality and demographic forecasting using Gaussian processes. His work integrates computational techniques to address challenges in longitudinal studies and functional data analysis. Recent contributions include innovative approaches to multipopulation mortality modelling and robust non-parametric forecasting frameworks. His publication trends highlight advancements in Gaussian process regression, functional clustering, and applications to public health (e.g., parasite prevalence studies). While no specific awards are noted, his extensive peer-reviewed output demonstrates scholarly impact. Supervision and grants sections remain unspecified in the provided data. He collaborates with interdisciplinary teams and maintains academic partnerships through his program leadership role at the Leicester-Dalian partnership.
Professor Dario Spanò is a faculty member in the Department of Statistics at the University of Warwick, serving as Deputy Head (Teaching and Learning). He holds a PhD in Mathematical Statistics (University of Pavia, 2003) and a Laurea in Economics (University of Pavia, 1998). His research focuses on combinatorial stochastic processes, Bayesian nonparametric statistics, and mathematical population genetics, with applications to genetics and evolutionary dynamics. His work includes contributions to Wright-Fisher diffusions, coalescent theory, and exact simulation methods. He has supervised numerous PhD students and co-organizes international conferences in statistics and probability. Research Interests: Stochastic processes and their applications in population genetics Bayesian nonparametric methods and their theoretical foundations Exact simulation of diffusion processes Coalescent theory and genealogical processes Recent Work Trends: Recent publications emphasize theoretical developments in diffusion models (e.g., Wright-Fisher processes), duality methods, and computational Bayesian inference for genetic data. Key themes include excursion theory, selection dynamics in random environments, and algorithmic advancements for simulating complex stochastic systems. Awards & Recognition: No scientific awards explicitly listed, though his research has been widely cited in the field. Teaching & Supervision: Current courses include ST343 and ST419 (data science topics). He has supervised over a dozen PhD students, focusing on interdisciplinary projects in statistics and mathematical genetics. His students have pursued roles in academia and industry. Labs/Teams: Active in the CRiSM research centre at Warwick, contributing to collaborative projects in statistical genetics and computational methods.
**Mayer Alvo** is a **Full Professor** in the **Department of Mathematics and Statistics** at the **University of Ottawa**. He holds an MSc from McGill University and a PhD from Columbia University. His research focuses on **Nonparametric Statistics**, **Sequential Analysis**, and **Spatial Statistics**, with applications in environmental modeling and ranking data analysis. Alvo has authored three books, including *A Parametric Approach to Nonparametric Statistics* (2018) and *Statistical Methods for Ranking Data* (2014). He has developed an **R package** *hypersampleplan* for hypergeometric distribution calculations. His research interests include analyzing trends in acid deposition in the Great Lakes, Bayesian statistics, and the application of statistical methods to big data. Alvo has supervised multiple graduate students, including **Rachid Bentoumi**, **Jingrui Mu**, and **Xiuwen Duan**. He teaches courses such as MAT 1371, MAT 2375, and MAT 4376, covering topics in probability, statistics, and applied mathematics. Alvo's recent work explores parametric embedding in nonparametric problems and change-point detection in stress-strength reliability. His contributions span theoretical advancements in ranking data analysis and practical applications in environmental science and finance. He is affiliated with the **Statistics and Probability Research Group** at the University of Ottawa.
Yanxun Xu is an Associate Professor of Applied Mathematics and Statistics at the Whiting School of Engineering , Johns Hopkins University, and an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Division of Biostatistics and Bioinformatics at the Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center. She is also a member of the Data Science and Artificial Intelligence Institute . Her research focuses on developing Bayesian statistical methods and machine learning algorithms to address challenges in heterogeneous, large-scale datasets, particularly in clinical trials, electronic health records, cancer genomics, and HIV/AIDS studies. Key areas of expertise include nonparametric Bayes , reinforcement learning , and dynamic treatment regimes . Her work emphasizes precision medicine applications, such as optimizing antiretroviral therapies for HIV patients and analyzing cognitive outcomes in clinical trials. Funding sources include the National Science Foundation (NSF) , National Institutes of Health (NIH) , and industry partners like AstraZeneca. Xu has published over 80 peer-reviewed articles and received prestigious awards, including the 2016 Mitchell Prize from the International Society for Bayesian Analysis. Her research bridges statistical theory with real-world healthcare applications, addressing topics like hospital-level variations in COVID-19 treatment and the impact of inflammation biomarkers on neurocognitive functions in psychosis. PhD in Biostatistics (implied by academic rank) Recipient of JHU’s Center for AIDS Research Faculty Development Award Developed open-source software tools for causal inference and longitudinal data analysis
Isabel Valera is a full Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Saarland University in Saarbrücken, Germany, and an Adjunct Faculty member at the Max Planck Institute for Software Systems (MPI-SWS). She is also a fellow of the European Laboratory for Learning and Intelligent Systems (ELLIS), contributing to the Robust Machine Learning Program and the Saarbrücken AI & ML (Sam) Unit. Department of Computer Science, Saarland University Adjunct Faculty, MPI for Software Systems ELLIS Fellow, Robust ML Program Sam Unit, Saarbrücken AI & ML She obtained her PhD and MSc from Universidad Carlos III de Madrid, followed by postdoctoral research at the University of Cambridge and MPI for Software Systems. She previously led an independent research group at MPI for Intelligent Systems in Tübingen and held the Humboldt Post-Doctoral Fellowship and Minerva Fast Track Fellowship. PhD in Machine Learning, Universidad Carlos III de Madrid, 2014 MSc in Multimedia and Communications, Universidad Carlos III de Madrid, 2012 Telecommunications Engineering, Technical University of Cartagena, 2009 Her research centers on developing machine learning methods that are flexible, robust, interpretable, and fair, particularly for heterogeneous, temporal, and high-stakes decision-making systems. She emphasizes applications in medicine, psychiatry, and social domains such as hiring, bail, and lending. Her methodological contributions include Bayesian nonparametric models, latent feature modeling, and temporal point processes. Her recent publications reflect a strong focus on fairness, robustness, and interpretability in machine learning. Key themes include latent feature modeling for mixed data types, clustering temporal event streams, source separation, and fair classification. Her work bridges theoretical innovation with practical applications across healthcare, social networks, and policy-relevant domains. Scientific awards and recognitions include: Humboldt Post-Doctoral Fellowship Minerva Fast Track Fellowship (Max Planck Society) ELLIS Fellow She has been actively involved in teaching and dissemination, delivering tutorials at NIPS and MLSS on temporal point processes and social network analysis. She has also supervised research assistants and mentored junior researchers. Her research has been supported through prestigious fellowships and institutional affiliations. She leads the development of open-source tools such as GLFM, HDHP, and iFDM, promoting reproducibility and accessibility in machine learning research. She is affiliated with the following labs and research groups: Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems (former group leader) Max Planck Institute for Software Systems (adjunct, postdoctoral) ELLIS Sam Unit (Saarbrücken AI & ML) Robust Machine Learning Program (ELLIS)
Anish Mukherjee is a Research Fellow at the Faculty of Economics, University of Italian Switzerland (USI) in Lugano, Switzerland, working under Professor Antonietta Mira. His role focuses on developing statistical methodologies for complex biomedical data analysis within an economics faculty context. He earned his PhD in Biostatistics from the University of Louisville under Jeremy Gaskins' supervision. His research integrates advanced statistical techniques with biomedical applications, specializing in Bayesian approaches for high-dimensional dependent data. Key methodological contributions include zero-inflated count data models, heterogeneity detection frameworks for longitudinal outcomes, and nonparametric Bayesian methods using stochastic differential equations. Applied work spans microbiome analysis related to neurological treatments, infectious disease transmission modeling, maternal health disparities, wastewater-based SARS-CoV-2 surveillance, and air pollution-COVID-19 outcome relationships.
Oke Gerke is a Professor in Clinical Biostatistics in Diagnostic Research at the Department of Clinical Research, University of Southern Denmark, and a Biostatistician at the Department of Nuclear Medicine, Odense University Hospital. He is affiliated with the Research Unit of Clinical Physiology and Nuclear Medicine in Odense and holds a DMSc from the Faculty of Health Sciences at SDU. MSc in Mathematics and Economics, University of Hamburg (1998) PhD in Statistics and Econometrics, University of Hamburg (2001) DMSc, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Southern Denmark (2024) Lecturer Training Programme, University of Southern Denmark (2010) His research centers on the methodological foundations of diagnostic and prognostic trials in molecular imaging. He specializes in adaptive and sequential trial designs, Bland-Altman agreement analysis, ROC curve methodology, and network meta-analysis of diagnostic accuracy studies. His work bridges biostatistics, clinical epidemiology, and nuclear medicine, with applications in oncology, cardiology, and public health. He has contributed extensively to improving reporting standards in diagnostic research and statistical methodology in clinical trials. The recent articles highlight a strong trend toward methodological innovation in diagnostic research, with a focus on adaptive and seamless trial designs, real-time evaluation frameworks during outbreaks, and advanced statistical techniques for agreement and cutpoint analysis. His clinical work integrates nuclear imaging modalities like PET/CT in cancer and cardiovascular disease, supported by rigorous meta-analytic and biostatistical approaches. He is a member of the following scientific societies: International Biometric Society (IBS) International Society for Clinical Biostatistics (ISCB) Danish Society for Theoretical Statistics (DSTS) Oke Gerke has supervised 1 PhD as main supervisor and 22 as co-supervisor, with 10 completed master’s theses under his main supervision and 4 ongoing PhD projects as co-supervisor. He has been involved in research projects such as the Neurobiological effects of work-related adjustment disorder, contributing to both statistical design and analysis. While no specific grants are listed, his extensive publication record and collaborative research indicate active grant-supported work. He frequently participates in workshops, seminars, and conferences, delivering guest lectures on topics such as network meta-analysis and diagnostic test evaluation. He is actively involved in academic and clinical research teams at SDU and OUH, particularly within the Research Unit of Clinical Physiology and Nuclear Medicine. His collaborative network spans multiple disciplines, including cardiology, oncology, and psychiatric research, reflecting a multidisciplinary approach to clinical biostatistics.
Professor Basilis Gidas is a faculty member in the Department of Applied Mathematics at Brown University since 1984. He holds a B.Sc. from the National Technical University of Athens and advanced degrees in Mathematics, Physics, and Mathematical Physics from the University of Michigan. His research focuses on computational molecular biology, Bayesian statistics, and interdisciplinary applications in computer vision and speech recognition. He has contributed to transcriptional regulatory networks analysis, protein folding models, and signal transduction pathways using hierarchical/syntactic models inspired by Chomsky grammars. Key projects include studying MYC regulatory networks via ChIP-chip and microarray data, phosphorylation site motif identification through mass spectrometry, and ab initio protein folding using compositional models. He served on the National Research Council’s Spatial Statistics & Image Processing panel and edits the International Journal of Imaging Science and Technology. Awards include Fellowship in the Institute of Mathematical Statistics. Teaching includes advanced courses in statistical inference (APMA 1660), mathematical statistics (APMA 2670/2680), and modern learning theory (APMA 2812D).
Dr Silvia Liverani is a Reader in Statistics and Head of the Centre for Probability, Statistics and Data Science at Queen Mary University of London's School of Mathematical Sciences. Her research focuses on Bayesian methods, clustering, and spatio-temporal modeling with applications in epidemiology, environmental health, and genetics. She collaborates with institutions like the Royal Botanical Gardens, Kew, and has advised three PhD students. She leads interdisciplinary projects including a £1,000 LMS-funded LGBTQ+ Mathematics Open Day initiative and hosts international seminars. Research interests include Dirichlet process mixtures, causal methods, and health data modeling. Notable publications (2020–2025) address causal adversarial analysis, urban health inequalities, and Bayesian graph structures. Current projects involve biodiversity modeling using spatial statistics and misaligned data techniques. She has been cited in media outlets like phys.org and The Conversation for studies on cerebral palsy health risks and biodiversity loss. Her academic leadership includes roles in Equality, Diversity & Inclusion and collaborations with charities/industry. Recent grants include a Turing Institute Data Study Group project on biodiversity prioritization. Supervised PhD topics include Bayesian epidemiological modeling and biodiversity data analysis.
Ken Siu serves as Professor in the Department of Actuarial Studies and Business Analytics at Macquarie University, with affiliations to the Data Horizons Research Centre and Emerging Risks Research Centre. His research bridges theoretical and applied domains in quantitative risk analysis. Research interests span: Stochastic Processes in Financial Modeling Regime Switching and Markov Chain Applications Actuarial Risk Measurement Continuous-Time Pricing Models Esscher Transform Methodologies High-Frequency Financial Data Analysis Recent publications (2024-2025) demonstrate a strong focus on emerging financial and insurance challenges, including volatility modeling for cryptocurrency markets, pandemic risk quantification, and algorithmic approaches to claims reserving. His work consistently addresses model uncertainty and transaction cost implications across insurance and finance contexts. Professor Siu actively leads research initiatives including the ARC Discovery Project 'Two-Price Quantitative Finance' (2019-2022) and the current 'Climate Litigation Risk: AI-Enhanced Greenwashing Detection' project, demonstrating sustained grant acquisition capability. As a core member of Macquarie's Data Horizons Research Centre, he contributes to interdisciplinary collaborations analyzing complex risk landscapes through advanced computational and statistical frameworks.
Ingrid Kristine Glad is a Professor at the Department of Mathematics, University of Oslo, affiliated with the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences. She serves as co-director of the Integreat Centre of Excellence and BigInsight Centre for Research-Based Innovation, and chairs the Abel Board (2022–2026). Her research focuses on statistical and machine learning methodologies for high-dimensional data, particularly in genomics, sensor systems, and maritime applications. She has pioneered methods like monotone regression, tailored graphical lasso, and Shapley-value-based explainability frameworks. Research Interests: Glad’s work integrates theoretical statistics with practical applications in anomaly detection, change-point analysis, and predictive modeling. She develops novel algorithms for analyzing large-scale datasets from genomics (e.g., gene networks) and industrial sensor streams (e.g., battery degradation in maritime batteries). Her methods emphasize interpretability and scalability, addressing challenges in both supervised and semi-supervised learning contexts. Publications: Her recent work includes advancements in Shapley-value explanations, maritime battery health monitoring, and biofouling impact analysis. Key themes across her articles are statistical methodology development, machine learning applications in engineering, and computational tools for genomic data integration. Over 50 peer-reviewed papers span journals like Expert Systems with Applications , Journal of Machine Learning Research , and BMC Bioinformatics . Grants & Leadership: Leads interdisciplinary projects funded by the Norwegian Research Council and EU initiatives. Her roles in major centers highlight her influence in shaping statistical research agendas. Supervises active PhD students focused on topics like lifetime analysis models and maritime system analytics. Labs & Collaborations: Central to the Genomic HyperBrowser platform and collaborations with maritime industry partners. Active in both theoretical statistics (e.g., penalized regression) and applied domains (e.g., autonomous ship safety modeling).
Marco Carone is a Professor of Biostatistics and Adjunct Professor of Statistics at the University of Washington, holding the Norman Breslow Endowed Faculty Fellowship. He is an Affiliate Investigator at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center’s Vaccine and Infectious Disease Division. His research focuses on causal inference, survival analysis, and nonparametric methods, with applications in vaccine science, environmental health, and public health. Carone earned his PhD in Biostatistics from Johns Hopkins University and completed postdoctoral training at UC Berkeley. Education: PhD in Biostatistics, Johns Hopkins University (2011) Hon. B.Sc. in Probability and Statistics, McGill University (2005) Diploma of College Studies in Pure and Applied Sciences, Marianopolis College (2002) Research Interests: Development of robust statistical methods for causal inference and nonparametric estimation Analysis of vaccine efficacy and infectious disease data Integration of machine learning with traditional biostatistical frameworks Applications in environmental epidemiology and aging research His publications span topics including survival analysis, immune correlates of vaccine efficacy, and statistical methodologies for high-dimensional data. Carone has advised over 15 PhD students, many of whom hold academic and industry roles. Awards: Norman Breslow Endowed Faculty Fellowship (2019) UW Teaching Award (2018) Phi Beta Kappa and Delta Omega Honor Societies (2011) Teaching & Service: Teaches courses on survival analysis, statistical inference, and biostatistical consulting Associate Editor for Biometrics and Journal of Causal Inference Peer reviewer for leading journals and grant agencies
