Tasos Christofides

Tasos Christofides is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Cyprus, School of Natural and Applied Sciences. He has been serving in this position since 2004 after previously holding the rank of Associate Professor from 1991 to 2004. Prior to his appointment at the University of Cyprus, he was an Assistant Professor at the State University of New York at Binghamton from 1987 to 1991.

His educational background includes a Ph.D. (1987) and MSE (1985) in Mathematical Sciences from The Johns Hopkins University, USA, and a Mathematics degree (1983) from the University of Athens, Greece.

Professor Christofides specializes in Probability Inequalities, Demimartingales, Stochastic Orders, Survey Methodology, and Indirect Questioning Techniques. His research primarily focuses on theoretical statistics with applications to survey methodology, particularly in developing techniques for handling sensitive questions while preserving respondent privacy. His work bridges probability theory with practical survey design, making significant contributions to both theoretical foundations and applied methodologies.

His publication record demonstrates consistent contributions to statistical theory, with a particular emphasis on U-statistics, demimartingales, and randomized response techniques. The trajectory of his research shows progression from foundational work on U-statistics and probability inequalities in the early career to more applied survey methodology techniques in later years, while maintaining strong theoretical underpinnings.

Professor Christofides serves as Associate Editor for several prestigious statistical journals including Communications in Statistics-Theory and Methods, Communications in Statistics-Computation and Simulation, Journal of Statistical Theory and Practice, and Statistics and Probability Letters.

His editorial service reflects his standing in the statistical community and his expertise across multiple domains of statistical theory and methodology. While specific grant information is not provided in the available text, his sustained research output and editorial positions indicate active engagement with the research community.