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Research

Research in Statistical Science covers foundational, computational and theoretical aspects of probability and inferential statistics, as well as their intersection with multiple disciplines.

Our research includes, but is not limited to, the following topics:

  • Philosophical and mathematical foundations of probability and statistics
  • Theory of inference, including Bayesian theory, predictive inference and asymptotic theory
  • Statistical methodology for causal inference
  • Inference for stochastic models, nonparametric and semiparametric inference
  • Computational statististics and machine learning algorithms for estimation and prediction
  • Decision analysis via operational research and financial methods

Research Themes: 

The department's methodological and applied research is organised into six areas. Follow the links for information on research activities, groups and members.

Data Visualisation

Causality

This theme addresses the formulation, computation and inference of cause-effect relationships with observational and limited experimental data.

Data Visualisation

Computational Statistics and Machine Learning

This theme is concerned with advancing the theory, methodology, algorithmic development and application of computationally intensive approaches to modern statistical inference.

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Economics, Finance and Business

This theme is concerned with the application of statistical, econometric and machine learning methods to problems arising in economics, finance and business.

Environmental Statistics

Environmental Statistics

Activities under this theme include contributions of statistics & data science to applications in any area of environmental science and engineering.

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Probability

Research in this theme addresses fundamental properties of universal stochastic models, and spans applications in life sciences, mathematical physics, finance, insurance and ergodic theory.

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Statistics in Biomedicine and Health Economics

This theme has a research programme that encompasses both applied health research and the development and evaluation of statistical methods.