Lilja Metsälampi

Lilja Metsälampi is a Researcher and doctoral student at Aalto University, affiliated with the Department of Mathematics and Systems Analysis within the School of Science. Her work intersects algebraic geometry and statistical modeling, particularly focusing on hidden variable models.

Education

• Master's degree in Natural Sciences, awarded on 3 December 2021 by the University of Helsinki.

Research Focus

Her research explores the algebraic geometry of hidden variable models in statistics, with interests in tensor analysis, rigidity theory, Euclidean distance geometry, and asymptotic analysis. These fields reflect her contributions to understanding the mathematical structures underlying statistical models.

Projects

Lilja is a project member in the Academy of Finland-funded research on the algebraic geometry of hidden variable models in statistics (2019–2023). The project investigates topics such as matrix theory, tensor applications, rigidity, and asymptotic behaviors.