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Sam Hopkins is an Assistant Professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). His research focuses on robust statistical methods, high-dimensional data analysis, and algorithmic auditing, with a particular emphasis on privacy-preserving techniques and computational efficiency. His work integrates sum-of-squares methods, machine learning algorithms, and statistical theory to address challenges in modern data science.
Key research interests include adversarial robustness in machine learning models, efficient algorithms for high-dimensional statistics, and the interplay between privacy and robustness. Notable contributions include developing quasi-polynomial algorithms for multi-dimensional scaling and robust mean estimation under heavy-tailed distributions.
He has received the NSF CAREER Award in 2023 for his work on statistical methodologies through the sum-of-squares lens. His research spans theoretical foundations and practical applications, with a focus on bridging computational and statistical challenges in data analysis.
Advising and grants: His CAREER grant supports foundational research in statistical theory, and his work often involves collaborations at the intersection of computer science and statistics. He is affiliated with MIT's PI Core/Dual program and is based in room 32-G666.
