Emmanuel J. Candès is the Barnum-Simons Chair in Mathematics and Statistics at Stanford University, with joint appointments in the Institute of Computational and Mathematical Engineering and as Professor of Statistics and Electrical Engineering (by courtesy). His research spans mathematical signal processing , high-dimensional statistics , and data science , focusing on compressive sensing, inverse problems, and applications to imaging sciences. 2021 IEEE Jack S. Kilby Signal Processing Medal 2020 Princess of Asturias Award for Technical and Scientific Research 2017 MacArthur Fellow His recent work on conformal prediction and uncertainty quantification has advanced machine learning reliability, particularly in high-dimensional settings. Publications include breakthroughs in medical imaging, gravitational wave detection, and AI validation frameworks. Key collaborations include Terence Tao (UCLA) and Justin Romberg (Georgia Tech) for IEEE Kilby Medal recognition. He serves as Co-chair of Stanford's Data Science Institute and previously as Statistics Department Chair (2016–2019).
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- Analytics/AI
- Optimization
- Machine Learning
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Georgia Perakis is the John C Head III Interim Dean of MIT Sloan School of Management and a Professor of Operations Management and Operations Research & Statistics. She has been on MIT Sloan's faculty since 1998, contributing extensively to research in analytics/AI, optimization, and machine learning applications in pricing, supply chains, healthcare, and energy. Recognized as a leading academic, she has won numerous awards, including the INFORMS Fellow and Distinguished MSOM Fellow, along with multiple best paper awards. Perakis has supervised 30 PhD and 59 master's students, fostering lifelong academic relationships. Her administrative roles include co-director of the Operations Research Center and Associate Dean for Social and Ethical Responsibilities of Computing. She currently serves as Editor-in-Chief of M&SOM and has held editorial leadership roles in top journals like Operations Research and Management Science. Her education includes a BS in Mathematics from the University of Athens and advanced degrees in applied mathematics from Brown University. Research Interests : Perakis focuses on solving complex problems at the intersection of optimization and machine learning, with applications in retail promotions, healthcare operations (e.g., emergency department management), and energy systems. Her work emphasizes practical solutions to real-world challenges, leveraging data-driven analytics and prescriptive models. Recent projects include optimizing patient placement in emergency departments and modeling demand for new products in retail. Grants & Awards : Her accolades include the NSF CAREER Award, PECASE Award, and over a dozen best-paper recognitions. Notable contributions include a finalist position in the JD.com Competition (2019) and winning first place for Johnson & Johnson’s demand-prediction work (2018). She has also pioneered methodologies for equitable resource allocation in healthcare. Education & Leadership : Perakis holds leadership roles in interdisciplinary initiatives like the MIT Initiative on the Digital Economy and the Food Supply Chain Analytics and Sensing Initiative. Her teaching excellence is underscored by awards such as the Jamieson Prize and Teacher of the Year (MIT Sloan). She has directed major programs like the MIT Leaders for Global Operations and the Executive MBA program. Labs & Teams : She is affiliated with the Operations Research Center (an interdepartmental PhD program) and collaborates with institutions like UMass Memorial Hospital on healthcare optimization projects. Her work integrates ethics into AI development, emphasizing fairness, bias mitigation, and societal impact.
Knut Drescherمشاهده پروفایل
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Prof. Knut Drescher is an Associate Professor at the Biozentrum, University of Basel , leading a research group focused on bacterial biofilms , swarming , and microbial multicellularity . Previously, he served as a Professor of Biophysics and Max Planck Research Group Leader at Philipps-Universität Marburg (2015-2021) and conducted postdoctoral research at Princeton University. Research Interests: Physical and biological mechanisms of biofilm formation Cell-cell interactions in microbial communities Antibiotic resistance in biofilms Hydrodynamics of bacterial swarms Evolution of cooperation in multispecies biofilms Development of bioimaging software (BiofilmQ, BacStalk) Scientific Awards: 2023: SNSF Consolidator Grant 2019: Heinz Maier-Leibnitz Prize (DFG), VAAM Research Prize, IUPAP Young Scientist Prize 2016: ERC Starting Grant Advising & Grants: Advises PhD and Master's students in microbiology, biophysics, and bioinformatics Secured major grants from ERC , HFSP , and DFG
Adam Yalaمشاهده پروفایل
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Adam Yala is an Assistant Professor of Computational Precision Health, Statistics, and Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at UC Berkeley and UCSF. He is also the Founder & CEO of Voio Inc., a company focused on clinical translation of AI tools. PhD in Computer Science from MIT (2022) His research lies at the intersection of Machine Learning and Precision Medicine, with a focus on robust AI tools for clinical deployment, personalized screening policies, and private data sharing. Current work includes multi-modal imaging analysis, decision guarantees in clinical workflows, and prospective trials in oncology and radiology. Recent publications highlight advancements in AI for cancer risk prediction, vision-language models in healthcare, and data privacy techniques. Tools like Mirai are implemented in 66 hospitals across 30 countries. Bakar Fellows Spark Award (2024) Eppy Award: Investigative Reporting (2022) Falling Walls Finalist: Life Science (2022) NSF Fellowship (2016) He advises PhD students in AI-driven healthcare and collaborates with hospital systems globally. His lab emphasizes clinical translation of machine learning methods in radiology and oncology.
- Genetic Epidemiology
- Epigenomics
- Aging
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Jennifer A. Smith, PhD, MPH is an Associate Professor of Epidemiology and Research Associate Professor of Survey Research at the University of Michigan School of Public Health . She also serves as Director of the Certificate in Public Health Genetics and is Assistant Director of the Cohort Development working group for U-M Precision Health and the Michigan Genomics Initiative. Education: PhD, Epidemiology, University of Michigan (2011) MA, Statistics, University of Michigan (2009) MPH, Health Management and Policy, University of Michigan (2005) BS, Biological Sciences, Cornell University (2001) Research Interests: Dr. Smith is a genetic epidemiologist whose work lies at the intersection of genomics, epigenomics, and social epidemiology . She investigates how genetic, epigenetic, and transcriptomic variation influence age-related chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, hypertension, dementia, and cognitive decline. A major focus is understanding how social, psychosocial, and neighborhood determinants interact with genetic risk to shape socioeconomic and racial/ethnic health disparities . Research Projects: Her work leverages large, multi-ethnic cohorts including the Health and Retirement Study (HRS), GENOA, SWAN, MESA, and LASI. She is a core faculty member of the Center for Social Epidemiology and Population Health (CSEPH) , and affiliated with MiCDA, the Center for Midlife Science, and the PNG Program . She also collaborates with leading consortia such as CHARGE and TOPMed. Selected Trends in Publications: Her recent work (2022–2025) emphasizes epigenetic mediation of social determinants on cardiovascular and cognitive health, polygenic risk scores across diverse ancestries , and multi-omics integration in aging and disease. These studies consistently highlight how social environments and genetic architecture jointly influence health outcomes across populations. Contact: Email: smjenn@umich.edu Office: 734-615-9455 Address: 2631 SPH I, 1415 Washington Heights, Ann Arbor, MI 48109
Dr. Dmytro Matsypura is an Associate Professor in the Discipline of Business Analytics at the University of Sydney Business School. He holds a BA (Hons) from Kyiv Polytechnic Institute (KPI), an MS (Hons) from KPI, and a PhD from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. His research focuses on optimization methodologies, network science, and their applications in finance, transportation, ecology, and graph theory. He is a recipient of multiple teaching awards, including the Wayne Lonergan Outstanding Teaching Award (Early Career) in 2010. Education: PhD in Management Science, University of Massachusetts Amherst (2006) MS (Hons) in Information Systems, Kyiv Polytechnic Institute (2000) BA (Hons) in Business Administration, Kyiv Polytechnic Institute (1998) Research Interests: Dr. Matsypura’s work spans operations research and management science, with a focus on mathematical optimization and network science. His methodological contributions include developing efficient optimization algorithms, while his applied research addresses real-world challenges in finance, engineering, and ecology. Notable applications include wildfire fuel management, portfolio margining, and credit card fraud detection via graph-based models. Awards and Recognition: Teaching Excellence Award (2008, 2013, 2018) Wayne Lonergan Outstanding Teaching Award (Early Career) (2010) Grants and Projects: Current projects include Bushfire Analytics: Optimization of Fuel Reduction (2023, ARC Discovery Project). His research frequently integrates interdisciplinary collaborations, such as applying graph theory to biomedical problems and cybersecurity. Labs/Teams: Active in the Sydney Environment Institute, contributing to projects at the intersection of analytics and sustainability. Collaborates with industry on fraud detection and supply chain optimization.
Erik Willcutt is a Professor in the Department of Psychology and Neuroscience at the University of Colorado Boulder. His research focuses on the genetic and neurobehavioral underpinnings of ADHD, learning disabilities, and developmental psychopathologies. He holds positions at the Institute for Behavioral Genetics and the Center for Neuroscience. Education: PhD in Psychology from the University of Denver (1998). Research Interests: Etiology and assessment of ADHD, reading disabilities, and developmental psychopathologies. His work integrates behavioral genetics, neuroimaging, and longitudinal twin studies to understand cognitive and psychiatric disorders. Key topics include neuroanatomical correlates of ADHD, genetic influences on dyslexia, and comorbidity between learning disabilities and psychiatric conditions. Publications highlight advanced methods like genome-wide association studies (GWAS) and phenotype harmonization (e.g., Rosetta method). His work bridges molecular genetics with clinical psychology, emphasizing translational research. Lab/Affiliations: Active in the Institute for Behavioral Genetics and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams studying neurodevelopmental disorders. Office located at Muenzinger D451B.
Furkan Alacaمشاهده پروفایل
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Furkan Alaca is an Assistant Professor at Queen's University's School of Computing, part of the Faculty of Arts and Science. His research focuses on user authentication systems, addressing security and usability challenges. He holds a Ph.D. (2018) in Computer Science from Carleton University, an M.A.Sc. (2012) in Electrical and Computer Engineering, and a B.Eng. (2010) in Communications Engineering, all from Carleton University. His academic career includes teaching roles at Queen's University and the University of Toronto Mississauga, where he taught courses such as Cryptography, Cybersecurity, and Discrete Mathematics. He is affiliated with Queen's Security Research Group and Computer Security Research Lab. Research interests include computer and internet security, usable security, authentication mechanisms, and systems security. He has contributed to advancements in web authentication frameworks, malware analysis, and privacy-preserving technologies. His work spans conferences like IEEE and ACM, with notable publications in cybersecurity, machine learning, and network efficiency. Current teaching includes CISC 447 (Introduction to Cybersecurity) and CISC 468 (Cryptography). He has advised on courses ranging from undergraduate programming to graduate-level security topics.
Aad van der Vaart is a Professor of Stochastics at Leiden University's Mathematical Institute. He was awarded the prestigious NWO Spinoza Prize in 2015 for groundbreaking work in mathematical statistics, particularly Bayesian methods applied to medical imaging, genetic data, and complex models. His research bridges pure mathematical theory with applied domains like neuroscience and astronomy. Research Interests : Van der Vaart focuses on infinite-dimensional Bayesian statistics, nonparametric models, and statistical genetics. His work emphasizes rigorous mathematical analysis of prior distributions and their impact on data-driven conclusions. Applications include gene network modeling and PET scan image reconstruction. Key Contributions : Authored influential books on estimation theory; pioneered modern Bayesian approaches to high-dimensional data. His Spinoza Prize funds will support interdisciplinary research and hiring new talent in statistical methods. Awards : NWO Spinoza Prize (2015), recognized as a global leader in statistical theory. Future Directions : Expanding into astronomical data analysis and medical applications, leveraging Bayesian frameworks for big datasets.
Volodymyr Kuleshovمشاهده پروفایل
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Volodymyr Kuleshov is an Assistant Professor at Cornell Tech and Cornell University's Department of Computer Science. His research focuses on machine learning, particularly generative models, probabilistic methods, and applications in health and sustainability. He co-founded Afresh, an AI startup reducing food waste, and has commercialized genome sequencing work via Moleculo (now part of Illumina). Kuleshov earned his PhD from Stanford University, advised by prominent figures like Stefano Ermon and Serafim Batzoglou. He teaches courses like CS 5785 (Applied Machine Learning) and CS 6785 (Advanced Topics in Machine Learning). His awards include the NSF CAREER Award and Arthur Samuel Best Thesis Award. Education: PhD in Computer Science from Stanford University (2018), advised by Stefano Ermon, Serafim Batzoglou, Michael Snyder, Christopher Re, and Percy Liang. Research Interests: Core ML (generative models, approximate inference), health tech (genome sequencing, clinical decision support), sustainability (AI-driven food waste reduction). Notable projects include Caduceus for DNA sequence modeling and Diffusion Duality theory. Awards: Google Research Scholar Award (2025), Outstanding Paper Award (EMNLP 2023), NIH MIRA Award (2023). Students/Advising: Over 20 advisees across PhD, Master’s, and undergraduate programs, including Edgar Marroquin (PhD) and Charlie Marx (Stanford). Alumni include Allan Bishop (Bloomberg) and Yong Huang (UCI PhD). Labs/Teams: Leads research groups at Cornell Tech focusing on generative AI and its real-world applications. Collaborates with institutions like MILA (Montreal) and DeepMind.
Karoline Faustمشاهده پروفایل
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Karoline Faust is an Associate Professor at KU Leuven, affiliated with the Laboratory of Molecular Bacteriology (Rega Institute) and the Faculty of Medicine . She contributes to the iSi Health and Leuven One Health institutes, and serves on senior academic councils. Her research spans microbial systems biology, focusing on community dynamics and network analysis. Education: PhD in bioinformatics (2010, KU Leuven) Affiliations: KU Leuven, ISME Journal editorial board, Belgian Society for Microbiology Her research investigates microbial community dynamics , systems biology approaches to microbiomes, and bioinformatics tool development . She specializes in modeling human gut microbiota , synthetic microbial communities , and environmental microbiomes (e.g., microplastic impacts on Daphnia microbiomes). Her work integrates metabolic modeling , network analysis , and experimental systems to understand microbial interactions. Recent publications highlight her contributions to microbial network inference , 16S rRNA sequencing protocols , microfluidics , and ecological modeling of microbiomes. She develops tools like manta , miaSim , and CoNet to analyze community structures. Teaching: Karoline co-teaches courses in microbiology, bioinformatics, and network analysis at KU Leuven, and has contributed to international workshops on microbial network inference. Scientific Engagement: She serves as Senior Editor at ISME Journal and Secretary of the Belgian Society for Microbiology .
- Algorithms
- Complexity Theory
- Randomised Algorithms
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Leslie Ann Goldberg is a Senior Research Fellow at St Edmund Hall and Professor of Computer Science at the University of Oxford. She currently serves as Head of the Department of Computer Science (on sabbatical 2025-26) and focuses on foundational problems in Algorithms and Complexity Theory , particularly randomised algorithms for network communication, machine learning, and statistical physics models. Her research includes solving Aldous' 1987 conjecture on backoff protocol instability (with John Lapinskas), developing rigorous mathematical analysis frameworks for algorithmic efficiency, and advancing approximate counting techniques via Markov Chain Monte Carlo methods (with Andreas Galanis and collaborators). Key projects involve graph homomorphisms , Moran process dynamics , and #BIS complexity class analysis. Recent publications (2023-2024) span topics like Sybil defense mechanisms, low-temperature sampling on random graphs, and parameterised subgraph counting modulo 2. Her work demonstrates cross-disciplinary impact in computational biology, statistical physics, and database theory. Scientific Awards include Best Paper Prizes at ICALP 2016, ICALP 2010, and IPEC 2017. She supervises PhD student Paulina Smolarova and collaborates extensively with researchers in Oxford and beyond.
- Biostatistics
- Genetics
- Maternal & Child Health
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Heping Zhang is the Susan Dwight Bliss Professor of Biostatistics at the Yale School of Public Health , with secondary appointments in the Child Study Center , Department of Statistics and Data Science , and Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences . He directs the Collaborative Center for Statistics in Science (C²S²) and leads the Reproductive Medicine Network data coordinating center. Education: PhD in Statistics, Stanford University (1991) Postdoctoral Fellow, Mathematical Science Research Institute (1991) Research Focus : Zhang specializes in biostatistical methodology for genomic data analysis , clinical trials , and reproductive medicine . His work bridges genetics , mental health , and maternal-child health through innovative statistical approaches. Awards : 2023 Web of Science Highly Cited Researcher 2023 International Chinese Statistical Association Distinguished Achievement Award 2022 Institute of Mathematical Statistics Neyman Award and Lecture 2011 Royan Institute International Research Award 2011 Institute of Mathematical Statistics Medallion Award 2008 Harvard School of Public Health Myrto Lefokopoulou Distinguished Lecturer Professional Roles : He served as President of the International Chinese Statistical Association (2019) and Former Editor of the Journal of the American Statistical Association - Applications and Case Studies . His lab develops open-source software tools like ABESS , STREE , and modSaRa for genomic and clinical data analysis.
Jennifer L. Clarke is a Professor in the Department of Statistics at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln and Director of the Quantitative Life Science Initiative. She holds leadership roles in enabling big data integration across the University of Nebraska system through collaborative research programs. Her affiliations include the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources (IANR) and the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources. Dr. Clarke's research focuses on statistical methodology for high-dimensional data, computational biology, bioinformatics, and bacterial genomics. Her work bridges statistical innovation with applications in oncology, microbiome analysis, and agricultural phenomics. Key areas include predictive modeling, machine learning, and genomic/metagenomic data integration. Her recent publications span cancer biomarker discovery, plant phenotyping methodologies, and microbial community analysis, reflecting her interdisciplinary approach. Articles emphasize translational applications like therapeutic target identification and precision agriculture. Dr. Clarke leads initiatives fostering collaboration between statisticians and domain scientists, including the Quantitative Life Science Initiative and contributions to the Agricultural Genome-to-Phenome Initiative (AG2PI). Her work advances data-driven solutions for healthcare and food security challenges. Notable projects include developing statistical tools for microbiome studies, analyzing root architecture via 3D imaging, and investigating cranberry-derived compounds' cancer-inhibitory mechanisms. Her methodological contributions include hybrid clustering techniques and predictive model validation frameworks.
Xiang Jiمشاهده پروفایل
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Xiang Ji is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics at Tulane University, affiliated with the School of Science & Engineering. His research focuses on statistical phylogenetics, computational biology, and bioinformatics, particularly in viral evolution and genomic epidemiology. He collaborates with Dr. Wu-Min Deng on cancer biology research from a bioinformatics perspective. Education: Ph.D., 2017: Bioinformatics and Statistics (Co-Major), North Carolina State University M.S., 2013: Material Science and Engineering, North Carolina State University B.S., 2011: Economics (Double Major) and Physics, Peking University Research Interests: Dr. Ji develops statistical models and computational tools for phylogenetic analysis, including scalable algorithms for large-scale genomic data. His work spans viral evolution, zoonotic disease surveillance, and parallel computing libraries for Bayesian inference. He emphasizes practical implementations such as Torchtree and TreeFlow . Articles Trends: Recent publications emphasize viral evolution dynamics (e.g., SARS-CoV-2, avian influenza), genomic surveillance strategies, and computational methods for phylogenetic inference. His work often bridges statistical theory with real-world applications in public health and epidemiology. Advising & Grants: While specific grant details are not listed, his active research program indicates involvement in funding initiatives related to computational biology and viral evolution. He teaches advanced courses in data analysis, linear models, and probability theory. Labs & Teams: Collaborates with Tulane’s Cancer Biology group and maintains partnerships with institutions globally, focusing on genomic epidemiology and phylogenetic software development.