Overview
My main research interest is causal inference and its applications to health, policy and social science. I also work on the interface between causal inference and machine learning. I have developed methods for propensity score, clinical trials, randomized experiments (e.g. A/B testing), difference-in-differences, regression discontinuity designs, representation learning. I also work on Bayesian analysis and statistical methods for missing data. I am serving as the editor for social science, biostatistics and policy for the journalĀ Annals of Applied Statistics.
Current Appointments & Affiliations
Professor of Statistical Science
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2021 - Present
Statistical Science,
Trinity College of Arts & Sciences
Professor of Biostatistics & Bioinformatics
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2021 - Present
Biostatistics & Bioinformatics, Division of Biostatistics,
Biostatistics & Bioinformatics
Recent Publications
Association between first anticoagulant prescription and embolic and hemorrhagic events among older adults with atrial fibrillation.
Journal Article J Intern Med · January 2026 BACKGROUND: The impact of first prescription of oral anticoagulation on ischemic stroke and major bleeding events among Medicare beneficiaries with atrial fibrillation (AF) is not known. METHODS: A retrospective, observational, cohort study was performed b ... Full text Link to item CiteIncidence of Elevated Inpatient Blood Pressure and Hypertensive Emergencies.
Journal Article Hypertension · January 2026 Full text Link to item CitePublic Health.
Journal Article Alzheimers Dement · December 2025 BACKGROUND: Anti-amyloid monoclonal antibodies (lecanemab and donanemab) received full approval by the FDA to treat early Alzheimer's disease and entered routine clinical practice in July 2023 and July 2024 respectively. Uptake patterns and post-approval s ... Full text Link to item CiteRecent Grants
Deprescribing Decision-Making using Machine Learning Individualized Treatment Rules to Improve CNS Polypharmacy
ResearchCo Investigator · Awarded by National Institutes of Health · 2024 - 2029Research Triangle Center of Excellence in Regulatory Science and Innovation (CERSI)
ResearchPrincipal Investigator · Awarded by University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill · 2023 - 2028Examining The Interplay Between Atrial Fibrillation, Anticoagulation, and Retinal Stroke - An Instrumental Variable Approach
ResearchCo-Mentor · Awarded by National Institutes of Health · 2025 - 2027View All Grants
Education, Training & Certifications
Johns Hopkins University ·
2006
Ph.D.
Peking University (China) ·
2001
B.S.