Workshop on Functional, NonParametric and Spatio-Temporal Statistics

Honoring Wenceslao González Manteiga

Wenceslao González Manteiga is a leading figure in the development of modern statistical methodology in Spain. Over several decades, his work has had a decisive impact on nonparametric inference, functional data analysis, and spatio-temporal statistics, combining rigorous theoretical foundations with a strong orientation toward real-world applications in areas such as biomedicine, environmental sciences, energy, and industry. From his long-standing academic base at the Universidade de Santiago de Compostela, he has played a key role in shaping an internationally connected statistical community, particularly in Galicia.

His scientific leadership and influence have been widely recognized. Among other distinctions, he was named IMS Fellow in 2017; Fellow of the Galician Royal Academy of Sciences in 2018; received the SEIO-Fundación BBVA Award for Methodological Statistics and the SEIO Medal in 2020; was awarded the National Statistics Prize (Premio Nacional de Estadística) in 2021; and was elected Fellow of the Spanish Royal Academy of Sciences in 2025. These honors reflect both the depth of his methodological contributions and his sustained commitment to the development of Statistics as a discipline.

This workshop is organized by the SEIO Working Groups on Functional Data Analysis, Nonparametric Statistics, and Spatio-Temporal Statistics, three communities with which Wenceslao González Manteiga has maintained a close and influential relationship throughout his career. His ideas, mentorship, and collaborative spirit have strongly shaped the evolution of these areas in Spain, making this event a natural setting to celebrate his 70th birthday together with colleagues, collaborators, and former students.

 Fees for Speakers and Attendees*

* The price includes coffee breaks, lunches, social activities, welcome reception and gala dinner.

• Regular Fee: 320€

• SEIO Member Fee (for members also belonging to one of the organizing working groups): 270€

• Granted Young Researcher Fee**: 0€

** 'Young Researchers' are PhD students or postdoctoral researchers with a maximum seniority of two years. Grants are available for Young Researchers who are SEIO members and part of one of the working groups organizing the workshop. To apply, please follow the instructions provided in the registration form. 

Organizing Committee

• María Alonso Pena. Universidade de Santiago de Compostela.

• Maribel Borrajo García. Universidade de Santiago de Compostela and CITMAga.

• Mercedes Conde Amboage. Universidade de Santiago de Compostela and CITMAga.

• Isabel Fuentes Santos. Universidad de La Laguna.

• María José Ginzo Villamayor. Universidade de Santiago de Compostela and CITMAga.

• Andrea Meilán Vila. Universidad Carlos III de Madrid.

• Silvia Novo Díaz. Universidad Carlos III de Madrid.

• Belén Pulido Bravo. Universidad de Educación a Distancia (UNED).

Collaborators