Sounak Chakraborty

Sounak Chakraborty is an Associate Professor in the Department of Statistics at the University of Missouri, part of the College of Arts and Science. He is also a Core Faculty member at the MU Informatics Institute. His research focuses on Bayesian machine learning, high-dimensional variable selection, data mining, and statistical models for multi-platform data integration, with applications in bioinformatics, medical science, ecology, and nanotechnology. He teaches STAT 4750/7750: Introduction to Probability Theory in Fall 2024.

Education:

• Ph.D., University of Florida, 2005
• M.Stat., Indian Statistical Institute, 2001
• B.Sc., St. Xavier's College, Calcutta, 1999

Research interests include Bayesian methodologies, computational statistics, and practical problem-solving across disciplines. He emphasizes collaborative work, encouraging data-driven projects with external partners.

He received the 2019 Albert Winemiller Faculty Research Award and serves as an Associate Editor for Statistical Analysis and Data Mining and Sankhya Series B.