Professor Dr. Fan Li

Biography

Fan Li is a Professor in the Department of Statistical Science at Duke University. His primary research interests involve causal inference applications across health, policy, and social science. He has a strong track record in developing and applying methodologies in causal inference that interface with machine learning, including propensity score methods and framework for randomized experiments. His work encompasses difference-in-differences, regression discontinuity designs, and representation learning. Professor Li also focuses on Bayesian analysis of statistical methods dealing with missing data, contributing significantly to the understanding and practical applications of these techniques. He serves as an editor in the social science domain and is actively involved in research that aims to improve decision-making in medical treatment through advanced statistical methods.

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