Anil K. Bera

Anil K. Bera is a Professor at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, holding joint appointments in the Departments of Economics, Finance, Agricultural and Consumer Economics, and Statistics within the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences. His research focuses on econometrics, spatial statistics, statistical theory, and applied statistical methodologies. He has made significant contributions to the understanding of volatility models, spatial market inefficiency, and the historical development of statistical tests.

His work often intersects interdisciplinary fields, such as applying spatial quantile regression in real estate economics and documenting the legacy of renowned statisticians like C.R. Rao. Bera’s recent publications emphasize methodological advancements and historical retrospectives in statistics and economics.

Bera’s academic career spans over five decades, with notable collaborations and foundational research in statistical theory. While specific grants or advising details are not detailed here, his research is widely recognized in academic circles, particularly in econometrics and spatial statistics.