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Karen Aline McKinnon is an Associate Professor in the Department of Statistics and Data Science at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). Her research focuses on spatial environmental statistics, predictive modeling, and applications in climate science. Dr. McKinnon's work integrates statistical methods with environmental science to address complex climate-related challenges, utilizing advanced models to analyze spatial data and improve prediction accuracy. She is actively engaged in interdisciplinary projects that leverage statistical insights to inform climate policy and contribute to environmentally sustainable practices. Her academic contributions include numerous publications in reputable journals, enhancing understanding of statistical applications in climate science. Dr. McKinnon is also involved in mentoring students in statistical techniques and fostering their involvement in research. Through her teaching, she emphasizes the importance of robust statistical methods in scientific inquiry.
Department of Economics admits primarily for the PhD program.