María Óskarsdóttir is an Associate Professor at the University of Southampton and Reykjavík University. Her research interests lie primarily in Data Science, focusing on Machine Learning, Social Network Analytics, and Business Analytics. With her extensive background, she has contributed significantly to various fields through her work on credit scoring, churn prediction, and explainable AI. María has co-authored several impactful articles and collaborated with diverse professionals in her academic journey. She is recognized for her work in applying Machine Learning techniques to solve real-world problems, particularly in the areas of financial inclusion and healthcare analytics. Her recent projects include advancements in understanding the dynamics of vaccination strategies during the COVID-19 pandemic and improving credit risk predictions through multilayer network analysis. María is actively involved in guiding research projects and mentoring students, fostering a collaborative research environment.
University of Southampton and Reykjavík University • Reykjavik, Iceland
Teaching and researching in the field of Data Science, focusing on Machine Learning and Analytics.