June 20, 2024 | Combined Reports - UConn Communications

Mathematician Maria Gordina Named Fellow of the Institute of Mathematical Statistics

The distinction is given to mathematicians who have demonstrated research distinction in statistical or probabilistic research

Professor of Mathematics Maria Gordina and two graduate students look over papers set on a table

Professor of Mathematics Maria Gordina works with graduate students Marco Carfagnini and Liangbing Luo in the Monteith Building on December 4, 2018. (Bri Diaz/UConn Photo)

Maria Gordina, professor of mathematics in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, has been named a Fellow of the Institute of Mathematical Statistics (IMS). Gordina received the award for significant contributions to stochastic analysis and stochastic differential geometry, and for her service to the IMS. 

The honor is given to mathematicians who have exhibited exceptional mastery in statistical or probabilistic research or have showcased remarkable leadership that has left a lasting impact on the field. Fellows have demonstrated research distinction by publication of independent work of merit. 

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 more than 4,700 active members throughout the world. Approximately 10% of the current IMS membership has earned fellowship status.