جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Tamara Broderickمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Machine Learning
• Statistics
• Bayesian Inference
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Tamara Broderick is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at MIT, specializing in machine learning and statistics. Her research focuses on developing methods for uncertainty quantification in data analysis, Bayesian nonparametrics, and scalable inference algorithms. She leads a research group advising PhD students and postdocs in statistical machine learning. Her work spans Bayesian modeling, variational inference, spatial statistics, and applications in epidemiology and environmental science. Recent projects involve uncertainty-aware forecasting, robustness analysis of statistical methods, and efficient algorithms for high-dimensional inference. Broderick teaches Bayesian Modeling and Inference and contributes to MIT's statistics and data science initiatives.

Andre Wibisonoمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Machine Learning
• Optimization
• Sampling
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Andre Wibisono serves as Assistant Professor in Yale University's Department of Computer Science with a secondary appointment in Statistics & Data Science, joining the faculty in 2021 after postdoctoral research at University of Wisconsin-Madison and Georgia Institute of Technology. His educational background includes: Ph.D. in Computer Science, UC Berkeley M.A. in Statistics, UC Berkeley M.Eng. in Computer Science, MIT S.B. in Mathematics and Computer Science, MIT Wibisono's research focuses on algorithm design for machine learning through optimization, sampling, and game theory , leveraging dynamical systems and information theory to develop accelerated discrete-time algorithms from continuous dynamics. His work provides theoretical foundations for efficient machine learning systems with applications in generative modeling and constrained optimization. Recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate consistent innovation in Hamiltonian-based optimization , constrained-space sampling , and min-max game convergence , characterized by rigorous mathematical analysis connecting continuous dynamics to discrete algorithms. Key trends include randomized integration for acceleration, phi-divergence convergence guarantees, and symplectic geometry applications to mirror descent. Scientific recognition includes: NSF CAREER Award for developing algorithmic frameworks bridging continuous and discrete dynamics He actively mentors current students (Siddharth Mitra, Kaylee Yang, Jane Lee, Qiang Fu, Peter Wang) and has guided two postdocs to faculty positions. Research is funded through the NSF CAREER award and collaborative CIF grants focused on Hamiltonian dynamics for sampling and optimization. His Yale research group develops theoretical foundations for next-generation machine learning algorithms, emphasizing mathematical rigor in optimization and sampling with applications to generative modeling and constrained inference problems.

François-Xavier Briolمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Machine Learning
• Statistical Inference
• Computational Statistics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

François-Xavier Briol is an Associate Professor in the Department of Statistical Science at University College London (UCL). He co-leads the Fundamentals of Statistical Machine Learning research group and holds roles including theme lead for Computational Statistics and Machine Learning (CSML), co-director of the UCL CDT in Data-Intensive Science, and ELLIS scholar. His research focuses on merging scientific models with data through robust statistical and machine learning methods, emphasizing computational efficiency and model misspecification robustness. Education: BSc/MMORSE from the University of Warwick, PhD from the joint Warwick-Oxford CDT in Statistics. Postdoctoral roles at Imperial College London (Mathematics) and University of Cambridge (Engineering), followed by a Group Leader position at The Alan Turing Institute (2020–2023). Research interests include probabilistic numerical methods, Bayesian inference for intractable models, Stein’s method, and kernel-based approaches. His work has been recognized via awards like the AISTATS Best Paper Award and Blackwell-Rosenbluth Award, with funding from EPSRC and Amazon. Advising: Supervised PhD students in areas like Bayesian quadrature, robust inference, and Gaussian processes. Current students focus on topics such as Bayesian filtering and sensitivity analysis. Grants include EPSRC funding and an Amazon Research Award. Labs/Teams: Active in UCL’s ELLIS unit, CSML, and Turing Institute collaborations. Editorships include SIAM/ASA Journal on Uncertainty Quantification and Bayesian Analysis.

Padhraic Smythمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Machine Learning
• Artificial Intelligence
• Pattern Recognition
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Padhraic Smyth is a Distinguished Professor and Hasso Plattner Endowed Chair in Artificial Intelligence at the University of California, Irvine (UCI), holding joint appointments in the Department of Computer Science and Department of Statistics. He leads the DataLab research group, focusing on machine learning, AI, and their applications in climate science, healthcare, and education. His research spans probabilistic modeling, deep learning, and human-AI collaboration. Education: PhD in Electrical Engineering from the California Institute of Technology (1988), MSEE (1985), and BEng (1984). Prior to UCI, he worked at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory (1988–1996). Research Interests: Machine learning, AI, pattern recognition, Bayesian methods, climate science applications, algorithmic fairness, and human-AI interaction. He has published over 200 papers and co-authored textbooks like Modeling the Internet and the Web . Awards: ACM Fellow, IEEE Fellow, AAAI Fellow, AAAS Fellow, and ACM SIGKDD Innovation Award recipient. He has held leadership roles in UCI's Center for Machine Learning and Data Science. Key Projects: Human-AI collaboration frameworks, robustness in deep learning, climate modeling using spatio-temporal data, and AI fairness with missing attributes. Collaborates with institutions like NASA and industry partners (e.g., Google, eBay). Labs/Teams: Director of UCI’s Data Science Initiative and HPI Research Center in Machine Learning. Supervises a vibrant PhD program with over 30 alumni in academia and industry.

• Language Models
• Diffusion Models
• Theory of Deep Learning
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Song Mei is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Statistics and Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences at the University of California, Berkeley. She received her Ph.D. from Stanford University in 2020 under Andrea Montanari and maintains active research collaborations with institutions including Amazon (as a 2023 Amazon Research Award recipient) and OpenAI (where she is currently on leave). Her research spans the intersection of statistics, machine learning, information theory, and computer science, with particular emphasis on foundational theories for modern AI systems. Key interests include language models, diffusion models, quantum algorithms, and high-dimensional statistics, often leveraging insights from statistical physics literature. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong focus on theoretical underpinnings of generative AI, with significant contributions to understanding contrastive pre-training (CLIP), attention mechanisms in LLMs, and mathematical foundations of diffusion models. Her work demonstrates consistent interdisciplinary connections between statistical theory and practical AI development. Sloan Research Fellowship (2025) Noether Early Career Scholar Award (2025) Google Research Scholar Award (2024) Amazon Research Award (2024) She actively advises graduate students through MA programs and has secured significant research grants including Amazon Research Awards. Her work with AGI Labs at Amazon demonstrates applied impact of theoretical research. Current projects focus on mechanistic interpretability of large language models and mathematical frameworks for generative AI. Professor Mei leads research on the statistical principles behind frontier AI models, with particular focus on developing rigorous theoretical frameworks for understanding emergent behaviors in large-scale systems.

• Information Discovery
• Bayesian Networks
• Information Retrieval
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Petri Myllymäki serves as Director of multiple prominent research entities at Aalto University's School of Science, including the Helsinki Institute for Information Technology (HIIT), the Department of Computer Science, the Finnish Center for Artificial Intelligence (FCAI), and his own research group. His leadership positions demonstrate significant influence in the Finnish and international AI research community. Dr. Myllymäki's research focuses on information discovery, Bayesian networks, information retrieval, and machine learning. His work bridges theoretical computer science with practical applications, particularly in developing systems that enhance how humans interact with information spaces. His research fingerprint prominently features Information Discovery (100%), Bayesian Networks (50%), Hashing (50%), Approximation Algorithms (50%), Information Retrieval (50%), structure learning (50%), Search Engine technology (37%), and Task Performance (33%). His recent publications (2015-2025) reveal a consistent trajectory in interactive information discovery systems, with increasing applications in diverse domains including decision science, public health, and social media analysis. Notably, his 2024-2025 work shows expansion into cognitive burden in decision-making, health outcomes research using machine learning, and political social media analysis – demonstrating how his core AI methodologies are being applied to address complex societal challenges. Recognized at AI Finland Gala 2024 for contribution reaching over 1.4 million users Featured in multiple media outlets including X (formerly Twitter) and Bluesky Work referenced in patents and Wikipedia pages Dr. Myllymäki actively hosts academic visitors and participates in collaborative research activities. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals through applications in information access and AI development. The Myllymäki Petri group (HIIT) serves as a hub for interdisciplinary research at the intersection of artificial intelligence, human-computer interaction, and information systems.

• Machine Learning
• Explainable Artificial Intelligence (XAI)
• Safety in Learning Processes
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Antonia Holzapfel is a doctoral researcher at the Institute for Data Science in Mechanical Engineering (DSME) of RWTH Aachen University. Supervised by Prof. Sebastian Trimpe, her work focuses on safe and explainable machine learning (XAI) for robotics and time-series modeling, with applications in mechanical engineering and medical technology. Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering (Design Engineering specialization) Master's in General Mechanical Engineering (Simulation Technology and Medical Technology specializations) Her research addresses safety in learning processes , including Bayesian optimization for quadcopters and concept extraction for model interpretability. Her Friedrich-Wilhelm Award -winning thesis (2024) explored safe online learning in time-varying environments, presented at the L4DC conference. She contributes to DFG-funded projects on data-driven process modeling in forming technology. Key scientific contributions include: Advancing safe Bayesian optimization for autonomous systems Developing explainable AI methods for time-series analysis Improving model robustness through internal representation patterns Scientific awards: Friedrich-Wilhelm Award for outstanding Master's thesis (2024) Antonia's work bridges machine learning safety with practical applications in robotics and industrial processes.

• Inventory control
• Supply chain management
• Capacity planning
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Tim Huh is a Professor and Chair of the Operations and Logistics Division at the University of British Columbia's Faculty of Commerce and Business Administration. He specializes in inventory control, supply chain management, and operations research, with a focus on dynamic decision-making under uncertainty. B.A., B.Math, M.Math from University of Waterloo M.A. from Regent College M.S., Ph.D. from Cornell University His research spans theoretical and applied topics including renewable energy systems, healthcare operations, and digital learning analytics. Recent work explores wind power storage optimization, asynchronous video usage in education, and multi-echelon inventory solutions. Scientific recognition includes the Canada Research Chair in Operations Excellence and Business Analytics He teaches core business analytics and operations management courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels, emphasizing quantitative decision-making and process fundamentals.

• Bayesian Statistics
• Computational Statistics
• Change Point Detection
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Paul Fearnhead is a leading academic in Statistics at Lancaster University 's School of Mathematical Sciences . His research focuses on Bayesian and Computational Statistics , with applications in Anomaly Detection , Continuous-time Markov Processes , and Changepoint Analysis . Department: Mathematics and Statistics Academic Rank: Professor Email: p.fearnhead@lancaster.ac.uk His work bridges theoretical statistics and computational efficiency, notably through pruning techniques for change detection and novel Monte Carlo methods. Current projects include AI Hub initiatives, probabilistic AI foundations, and real-time anomaly detection in streaming data. Research outputs span Bayesian Analysis , Time Series Modeling , and Scalable Statistical Algorithms , with applications in fields like astronomy and epidemiology. Recent publications emphasize simulation-based composite likelihoods and efficient distributed changepoint detection. Scientific contributions include leadership roles in the STOR-i Centre for Doctoral Training and Data Science Institute (DSI) projects such as CoSInES and Statscale. He supervises PhD students including Dylan Bahia, Yuntang Fan, and Ziyang Yang.

Daniel Wolpertمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neuroscience
• Computational Neuroscience
• Sensorimotor Control
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Daniel Wolpert is a Professor of Neuroscience at Columbia University , where he is also Vice-Chair of the Department of Neuroscience and a key member of the Zuckerman Mind Brain and Behavior Institute . Additionally, he holds a part-time position as Director of Research at the Department of Engineering, University of Cambridge, and is a Fellow of the Royal Society and the Academy of Medical Sciences . Education: Medical Doctor (1989), D.Phil. in Physiology from the University of Oxford (1992) Previous Positions: Lecturer at Sobell Department of Motor Neuroscience (Institute of Neurology), Professor of Engineering at University of Cambridge (2005–2018) Wolpert is a world leader in sensorimotor control , combining computational neuroscience , Bayesian inference , and robotic/virtual reality technologies to reverse-engineer how the brain generates movements. His work emphasizes the brain's role in reducing sensorimotor uncertainty through predictive modeling and has implications for understanding disorders like autism and Parkinson’s disease. His awards include: Royal Society Ferrier Medal (2020) Minerva Foundation Golden Brain Award (2010) Royal Society Francis Crick Prize Lecture (2005) Daniel Wolpert actively contributes to public science communication, including a 2011 TED Talk on the computational role of the brain in movement, and leads the Wolpert Lab at Columbia, which investigates the neural basis of decision-making , motor learning , and reinforcement learning in both healthy and clinical populations.

Carlos Cinelliمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Causal Inference
• Statistical Methodology
• Machine Learning
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Carlos Cinelli is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Statistics at the University of Washington, where he conducts research at the intersection of causal inference, statistical methodology, machine learning, and artificial intelligence. He is also a data science fellow at the eScience Institute and affiliate faculty of the Center for Statistics and the Social Sciences, demonstrating his interdisciplinary approach to causal methodology. Dr. Cinelli received his Ph.D. in Statistics from the University of California, Los Angeles, advised by Chad Hazlett and Judea Pearl, two prominent figures in causal inference. His research focuses on developing new causal and statistical methods for transparent and robust causal claims in empirical sciences, with particular attention to challenges faced by social and health scientists. His work spans theoretical developments in causal identification, sensitivity analysis frameworks, and practical software implementations that enable researchers to assess the robustness of their causal conclusions. Cinelli's research program addresses fundamental questions about how unobserved confounding affects causal estimates and develops tools to quantify how sensitive findings are to potential violations of causal assumptions. His work on omitted variable bias frameworks has been particularly influential across multiple disciplines. Through his publications, Cinelli has established himself as a leading researcher in causal inference methodology, with papers appearing in top journals across statistics, machine learning, epidemiology, and social sciences. His work demonstrates both theoretical rigor and practical relevance, often accompanied by open-source software implementations that make his methods accessible to applied researchers. Best paper award at SBE 2024 in Econometrics Royalty Research Fund (RRF) Award recipient NSF/MMS research support As an advisor, Cinelli has successfully guided PhD students like Nick Irons to dissertation completion. He actively seeks new students with strong interests in causal inference. His research is supported by multiple funding sources including the National Science Foundation and the University of Washington's Royalty Research Fund. Cinelli contributes to the academic community through editorial work for the Journal of Causal Inference and by developing widely used software packages like sensemakr for sensitivity analysis.

• Bayesian methodology
• Variable selection and model averaging
• Nonparametric regression models
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Scientia Professor Robert Kohn is a distinguished academic at the University of New South Wales, holding a position in the School of Economics within the UNSW Business School. With a career spanning several decades, Professor Kohn has established himself as a leading expert in statistical methodology and econometric modeling. His research has significantly contributed to Bayesian statistics and computational methods for complex data analysis. Professor Kohn's research focuses on advanced statistical methodologies including Bayesian methodology, variable selection and model averaging, nonparametric regression models, time series modeling, multivariate Gaussian and non-Gaussian regression, and Markov chain Monte Carlo simulation algorithms. His work bridges theoretical statistics with practical applications across economics, finance, and cognitive science. His research demonstrates a consistent trajectory toward developing more efficient computational methods for complex statistical models, with recent work emphasizing variational Bayesian methods, particle filtering techniques, and applications to time series analysis. Analysis of his recent publications (2022-2025) reveals a strong focus on advancing computational statistical methods, particularly in Bayesian inference for complex models. His work shows increasing integration of machine learning techniques with traditional statistical methods, especially in handling high-dimensional data and complex time series structures. Professor Kohn has made significant contributions to variational inference methods, particle-based computational techniques, and applications to financial time series and cognitive modeling. Professor Kohn has maintained an exceptionally productive research career with continuous publication output since the 1970s, demonstrating remarkable longevity and adaptability in his research focus as statistical methodologies have evolved. His work shows strong international collaboration, particularly with researchers in Australia, the United States, and Europe, reflecting his standing in the global statistical community.

Andrew Riceمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Programming Languages
• Machine Learning
• Artificial Intelligence
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Andrew Rice is a Professor of Computer Science at the University of Cambridge's Department of Computer Science and Technology, and holds the Hassabis Fellowship in Computer Science. He is also the Director of Studies in Computer Science at Queens' College. His research focuses on programming languages, software engineering, and machine learning applications in software development. He leads projects like Isaac Computer Science and ALTA (Automated Language Teaching and Assessment), advancing adaptive learning technologies. His work includes static analysis tools such as Error Prone at Google, energy efficiency studies in computing infrastructure, and contributions to the Computing for the Future of the Planet initiative. His teaching emphasizes practical skill development through flipped classrooms and video lectures, earning him the 2014 Pilkington Prize for teaching excellence. He has held visiting roles at Google and collaborated on energy consumption research for mobile devices and data centers. His research spans systems, networking, and natural language processing, with a strong focus on applying computational methods to real-world challenges. Key Projects: Isaac Physics/Computer Science, ALTA, Error Prone Static Analysis Research Themes: Programming Languages, Machine Learning, Energy Efficiency Awards: Pilkington Prize (2014)

• Machine Learning
• Probabilistic Inference
• Decision Making
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Professor Carl Edward Rasmussen is affiliated with the University of Cambridge , where he focuses on Machine Learning , Probabilistic Inference , Decision Making , and Reasoning Under Uncertainty . His work bridges theoretical advancements with practical applications in robotics, control systems, and computational biology. Academic Affiliation: University of Cambridge Academic Role: Professor His research emphasizes scalable Gaussian process methods, Bayesian system identification, and reinforcement learning. Recent projects include transfer learning for antibacterial discovery , graph neural processes for molecular functions , and efficient variational inference techniques . Key themes in his publications highlight uncertainty quantification , model generalization , and nonparametric approaches . Notable Scientific Contributions Advancements in sparse Gaussian process hyperparameter estimation Framework for Bayesian system identification in dynamic systems Hybrid models combining transformers and Gaussian processes

Klavs F. Jensenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Materials Science
• Chemical Engineering
• Machine Learning
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Klavs F. Jensen is the Warren K. Lewis Professor of Chemical Engineering and Professor of Materials Science and Engineering at MIT. His research focuses on integrating automation, machine learning, and robotics to accelerate materials discovery and pharmaceutical synthesis. He leads the Jensen Research Group, pioneering automated reaction systems with online analytics and optimization algorithms. Education: MS in Chemical Engineering (Technical University of Denmark, 1976); PhD in Chemical Engineering (University of Wisconsin, 1980). Research Interests: Thermochemistry, electrochemistry, photochemistry, Bayesian optimization, high-throughput experimentation, and AI-driven synthesis planning. He collaborates with MIT’s Machine Learning for Pharmaceutical Discovery Consortium to develop algorithms for drug development and process chemistry. Awards: Member of National Academy of Sciences (2017), Member of National Academy of Engineering (2002), Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (2007), and Fellow of the National Academy of Inventors (2022). Grants & Labs: Editor-in-Chief of Reaction Chemistry and Engineering ; holds 63 US patents and over 490 journal articles. His lab’s innovations include ASKCOS (open-source synthesis planning software) and automated platforms for closed-loop molecular discovery.