Statistics and Data Science Research Department - MBZUAI MBZUAI
Statistics and Data Science

Statistics and Data Science

Statistical and data science researchers working at MBZUAI employ statistical and analytical tools to extract insights from data, supporting data-driven decision-making, predictive modeling, and quantitative research.

Our students, supervised by our world-class faculty, are equipped with the expertise to tackle real-world challenges, including efficient data handling, uncertainty quantification, and responsible decision-making.

The University offers Ph.D. and M.Sc. degrees in statistics and data science with exceptionally advanced courses and outcomes.

Chair's Message

Welcome to the Department of Statistics and Data Science at Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI). Our department uniquely integrates rigorous statistical foundations with cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI). At MBZUAI, our faculty and researchers emphasize the critical role of statistical theory and modern data science in ensuring reliable and effective AI solutions. We equip our students with the expertise to tackle real-world challenges, including efficient data handling, uncertainty quantification, and responsible decision-making.

As AI increasingly transforms industries and society, statistics plays a pivotal role in guiding the responsible and informed development of these technologies. We are also committed to inclusivity, collaboration, and excellence in teaching and research.

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Mladen Kolar

Department Chair and Visiting Professor of Statistics and Data Science

I invite you to explore our department's webpage to learn more about our faculty, research projects, educational programs, and the exciting opportunities that await. Together, we will embark on a journey of discovery and transformation in the world of Statistics and Data Science.

Mladen Kolar

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As AI increasingly transforms industries and society, statistics plays a pivotal role in guiding the responsible and informed development of these technologies. We are also committed to inclusivity, collaboration, and excellence in teaching and research.

I invite you to explore our department's webpage to learn more about our faculty, research projects, educational programs, and the exciting opportunities that await. Together, we will embark on a journey of discovery and transformation in the world of Statistics and Data Science.

Mladen Kolar

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Faculty members

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Mladen Kolar

Department Chair and Visiting Professor of Statistics and Data Science

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Jian Kang

Assistant Professor of Statistics and Data Science, and Computer Science

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Eduard Gorbunov

Assistant Professor of Statistics and Data Science

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Yan Gong

Visiting Assistant Professor of Statistics and Data Science

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Haiyan Huang

Visiting Professor of Statistics and Data Science

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Peter Song

Visiting Professor of Statistics and Data Science

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Hongyuan Cao

Visiting Professor

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Souhaib Ben Taieb

Associate Professor of Statistics and Data Science

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Qiang Sun

Associate Professor of Statistics and Data Science

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Research Centers

Center for Integrative Artificial Intelligence (CIAI)