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Y. Samuel Wang is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Statistics and Data Science at Cornell Bowers College. He joined Cornell in 2021 after completing his postdoctoral research at the University of Chicago's Booth School of Business. Dr. Wang earned his Ph.D. in Statistics from the University of Washington, where he developed a strong foundation in statistical methodologies. Before pursuing his doctoral studies, he worked as a management consultant, which provided him with valuable insights into real-world applications of statistical techniques. His primary research interests include graphical models and causal discovery, focusing on how these statistical tools can be utilized to understand complex data structures. He is also interested in asymptotic statistics and machine learning, contributing to the evolving field of data science through both theoretical advancements and practical applications.
University of Chicago • Chicago
Conducted research focused on advanced statistical methodologies and their applications in business contexts.
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