Dr. Linglong Kong

Professor

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Biography

Linglong Kong is a Professor in the Department of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences at the University of Alberta, where he holds a Canada Research Chair in Statistical Learning. He is also a CIFAR AI Chair and a Fellow of the Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute (Amii). His research focuses on various aspects of statistical learning, particularly in analyzing functional neuroimaging data through advanced methodologies such as varying coefficient models and multiscale adaptive regression models. He is actively involved in editorial roles for several prestigious journals and has contributed significantly to the field through teaching and numerous publications. Kong's academic journey includes a Ph.D. in Statistics from the University of Alberta as well as master's and bachelor's degrees from Peking University and Beijing Normal University, respectively. His work aims to bridge statistical theory and practical applications in neuroimaging and machine learning.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2012-01-01 — Present

University of Alberta • Edmonton, AB, Canada

Professor in the Department of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences, focusing on statistical learning and neuroimaging data analysis.

Awards

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Fellow

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Great Supervisor Award

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Josephine Mitchell Mentoring Award

Requirements for University of Alberta

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Management
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of reference
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Personal Statement
  • Official Transcripts (upon admission)
Specialization Notes

Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management