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Thomas Fung is an Associate Professor at Macquarie University in the School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences. With a PhD in Statistics from the University of Sydney, his research focuses on integer-valued time series analysis, extreme value theory, and financial modeling. He is particularly interested in complex data that deviates from traditional models, exhibiting properties such as dispersion and heavy-tailedness. Fung supervises postgraduate coursework and research students interested in projects broadly related to these fields. He is an elected member of the International Statistical Institute (ISI) and serves as President of the Statistical Society of Australia (SSA) NSW Branch. He actively engages with the broader community and has contributed to organizing significant statistical events. His recent awards include the Faculty of Science and Engineering Excellent Award for Educational Leader in 2023.
Macquarie University • Sydney, Australia
Teaching and research in statistics, focusing on time series analysis and financial modeling.
Applied to Department of Business (MBA Program).