Algebraic Statistics for Biology Group
The Algebraic Statistics for Biology group investigates statistical and biological questions through the lens of algebra, geometry and combinatorics, and develops new math motivated by this perspective. Many statistical and biological models are defined by polynomial restrictions on their parameters or the resulting distributions. Information on the algebra and geometry of a statistical model allows us to better understand the model and statistical procedures, often providing novel insights into statistical theory and applications. Conversely, such questions motivate new advancements in algebra, geometry, combinatorics and related fields.
Postdocs
Soham Basu, ELBE postdoc fellow co-mentored with Pavel Tomancak, June 2025 --
Danai Deligeorgaki, Wallenberg postdoctoral fellow, co-mentored with Heather Harrington, September 2025 --
Oskar Henriksson, September 2025 --
Carlotta Langer, November 2025 --
Maximilian Wiesmann, ELBE postdoc fellow, co-mentored with Ivo Sbalzarini, July 2025 --
PhD students
Yue Jiao, September 2025 --
Se Eun Choi (University of Osnabruck), Paul Breiding is main advisor, October 2025--
Interns
Joan Pascual Ribes, June 2025 -- August 2025
tahda queer, July 2025 -- August 2025