Research
In mathematical statistics a central research focus is on the development and the mathematical analysis of statistical methods. Particular attention is given to the calibration and statistical evaluation of stochastic models, especially in the context of multivariate, high-dimensional, or functional data. Examples include models for describing dependence structures or special distributional models, with applications in medicine, hydrology, and economics.
Another key research area is insurance and financial mathematics. Here the focus is on quantitative risk management, such as it is used in the context of internal models for the stochastic valuation and risk assessment of corporates, for example in the banking and insurance business. These models are typically based on Monte Carlo simulations and require data-driven calibration and validation, so statistics is an essential tool in this context as well.