Department of Economics, Social Studies, Applied Mathematics and Statistics

Stefano Favaro, Professor of Statistics, Department of Economics, Social Studies, Applied Mathematics and Statistics and Collegio Carlo Alberto, has been named Fellow of the Institute of Mathematical Statistics (IMS). 

Dr. Favaro received the award for outstanding and innovative contributions on random discrete distributions, with applications to Bayesian nonparametrics and abundance of unseen species; and for pioneering work on differential privacy and statistical fairness.

The designation of IMS Fellow has been a significant honor for over 85 years. Each Fellow is assessed by a committee of their peers and has demonstrated distinction in research or leadership that has profoundly influenced the field.

Established in 1935, the Institute of Mathematical Statistics is a member organization that fosters the development and dissemination of the theory and applications of statistics and probability. The IMS has over 4,700 active members throughout the world. Approximately 10% of the current IMS membership has earned the status of fellowship.

The announcement of the 2023 class of IMS Fellows can be viewed here: https://imstat.org/2023/05/02/2023-ims-fellows-announced/