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Bangyao (Brian) Zhao

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Welcome to my personal website! I am currently in my third year of pursuing a Ph.D. in Biostatistics at the University of Michigan. My academic journey revolves around a passion for developing computational-efficient Bayesian models that address real-world challenges. My doctoral dissertation is focused on non-invasive EEG-based Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCIs).

Interests

  • Brain-Computer-Interface
  • Machine Learning
  • Bayesian Modeling
  • Large Language Models
  • Generative AI

Education

University of Michigan | Ann Arbor, MI

Ph.D. in Biostatistics | Sep.2021 — Apr.2025

University of Michigan | Ann Arbor, MI

M.S. in Biostatistics (Health Data Science Concentration) | Sep.2019 — May.2021

Skills

  • Python
  • R
  • SQL
  • Other Skills

(Advanced Proficiency)

  • Deep knowledge and extensive experience in libraries such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, Matplotlib, Pandas, and Pygame.

(Advanced Proficiency)

  • Highly skilled in using packages like ggplot2, dplyr and tidyverse.
  • Experienced in designing and deploying interactive web applications with R Shiny.
  • Proficient in developing and maintaining R packages.
  • Data Querying.
  • Linux:
    • Competent in Shell Scripting and System Operations.
    • Familiar with Slurm for Parallel Computing.
  • Git:
    • Experienced in Version Control and collaborative software development.

Accomplishments

  • JSM 2023 Student Paper Award (Biometrics Section) Link