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Antar Bandyopadhyay is a Professor at the Theoretical Statistics and Mathematics Division of the Indian Statistical Institute (ISI), currently serving as Head of the Delhi Centre (May 01, 2023 - present). He has previously served as Professor-in-Charge of the Theoretical Statistics and Mathematics Division (September 18, 2020 - September 17, 2022). His academic journey includes a Ph.D. in Statistics from the University of California, Berkeley (2003), postdoctoral studies at the Institute for Mathematics and Its Applications (University of Minnesota) and Chalmers University of Technology (Sweden).
Professor Bandyopadhyay's research focuses on theoretical and applied probability, with emphasis on discrete problems arising from combinatorics, statistical physics, and computer science. His specific interests include random graphs, probability on trees, combinatorial optimization, recursive distributional equations, branching random walks, percolation theory, interacting particle systems, Markov chains, random walks in random environments, and urn models. His work demonstrates a strong connection between theoretical developments and applications in various scientific domains.
Analysis of his recent publications reveals a consistent focus on probability theory with particular emphasis on urn models, branching random walks, and random processes on graphs and trees. His research shows a progression from foundational work on recursive distributional equations to more complex applications in network theory and statistical physics. The publications demonstrate significant contributions to theoretical probability with practical implications in fields such as epidemiology, combinatorial optimization, and stochastic geometry.
- Outstanding Graduate Student Instructor Award from UC Berkeley (2002)
- Teaching Effectiveness Award from UC Berkeley (2002)
Professor Bandyopadhyay has supervised multiple Ph.D. students including Deborshi Das (expected 2026), Partha Pratim Ghosh (2022), Gursharn Kaur (2018), Debleena Thacker (2015), and Farkhondeh Sajadi (2013). He has also guided M.Stat. dissertation students including Somak Laha (2021-2022) and Subhabrata Sen (2012-2013). His collaborative work spans numerous institutions including UC Berkeley, Chalmers University, and various Indian Statistical Institute centers.
