Debang Ou

As a senior majoring in Statistics with a minor in Computer Science, I have developed a solid foundation in statistical analysis, data modeling, and programming, which makes me a competitive candidate for graduate programs in Statistics and Data Science. I have a strong academic background, complemented by hands-on research and internship experiences, demonstrating my ability to apply rigorous analytical methods to solve complex problems. I am eager to contribute to leading research in data science and further enhance my skills in a graduate setting.

Researcher & First Author, Predicting Recidivism, 08/24, Present, Conducting research to develop statistical models to predict recidivism rates., Applying advanced econometric and machine learning techniques to enhance prediction accuracy., Led all aspects of the project, including data cleaning, filtering, and building multiple models to evaluate their advantages and disadvantages., Selected the optimal model with detailed reasoning and authored the majority of the research paper that is pending publication.