Byeong U. Park

Byeong U. Park is a Professor in the Department of Statistics at Seoul National University, College of Natural Sciences. He has held this position since 1999 and previously served as Assistant Professor (1988–1992) and Associate Professor (1992–1999) at the same university. His research focuses on nonparametric structured models, semiparametric inference, and non-Euclidean data analysis.

• 1982: B.Sc., Department of Computer Science and Statistics, Seoul National University
• 1984: M.Sc., Department of Computer Science and Statistics, Seoul National University
• 1987: Ph.D., Department of Statistics, University of California at Berkeley (supervised by Peter J. Bickel)

His research spans nonparametric regression, density estimation, and analysis of complex data on manifolds. Key methodologies include smooth backfitting, local likelihood estimation, and handling of errors-in-variables. He has developed techniques for additive models, varying coefficient regression, and high-dimensional data analysis.

Notable scientific awards include the 2019 Incheon Award of Science and Technology, 2018 Carver Medal from IMS, 2017 Seoul National University Research Award, and fellowships from IMS, ASA, and KAST. He has served as Editor-in-Chief for multiple journals and held leadership roles in the Bernoulli Society and ISI.

• 2019–2023: Vice President, International Statistical Institute
• 2013–2017: Elected Council member, Bernoulli Society
• 2002–2004: Editor-in-Chief, Journal of Korean Statistical Society

As head of the Nonparametric Inference Lab at Seoul National University, he leads research on infinite-dimensional statistical models and nonparametric methods, emphasizing applications to real-world problems in economics and biomedical data.