Bayesian Nonparametrics Networking Workshop 2023

12/4/2023 09:00 am 12/8/2023 05:00 pm Australia/Melbourne Bayesian Nonparametrics Networking Workshop 2023

Monash Business School’s Department of Econometrics and Business Statistics invites you to attend the Bayesian Nonparametrics Networking Workshop on from 4 to 8 December 2023 at Monash University Caulfield Campus.

The workshop is co-sponsored by the Monash University Department of Econometrics and Business Statistics and the Nonparametric Section of the International Society for Bayesian Analysis (ISBA).

It's only the second in a new series of smaller workshops that aim to:

Create an informal BNP event characterized by a flexible schedule and slots dedicated to early career researchers;
Establish and strengthen local networks and broaden appeal; and
Foster brainstorming and innovation.

The first BNP Networking Workshop was held in April 2022 in Nicosia, Cyprus.

Key dates

January 2023
Call for abstracts for contributed talks or posters.

23 June 2023
Due date for submission of contributed talks or posters.
Due date for travel support applications for junior researchers.

Early September 2023
Notification of acceptance (talks/posters) and junior travel support.

18 September 2023
Early bird registrations close.

18 October 2023
Deadline for registration of presenters.

Keynote speakers

Jim Griffin, Professor in Statistical Science at University College, London

Thanasis Kottas, Professor of Statistics, University of California, Santa Cruz

Maria Kalli, Lecturer in Statistics, Department of Mathematics at King’s College London

Registration

The registration portal has now closed. If you are interested in registering, please contact BNPNet@monash.edu for further information.

Cancellation of registration

All registration cancellations are subject to an administration fee of $50. A refund of the balance will be given provided written notification is received prior to 20 November 2023.

After this date, refunds will only be made at the discretion of the organising committee. Substitutions will be accepted but should be notified in writing to the organisers.

Scientific program

Day 1: 4 December 2023 (Monday)

09.00	ARRIVAL AND WELCOME
09.30	KEYNOTE Expressing Model Uncertainty Using Credible Sets Jim Griffin, University College London
10.30	MORNING TEA
11.00	TUTORIAL Nonparametric Bayesian Density Regression: Modelling Methods and Applications Athanasios Kottas, University of California at Santa Cruz
13.00	LUNCH
14.30	Infinite Sparse Factor Stochastic Volatility Model Martina Zaharieva, CUNEF Universidad
15.00	Evidence Estimation in Finite and Infinite Mixture Models and Applications Christian Robert, Ceremade – Université Paris-Dauphine
15.30	Identifying Summary and Parameter Structures in ABC: A Gaussian Graphical Model Approach Yangqi Zhang, University of New South Wales
16.00	WELCOME EVENT

Day 2: 5 December 2023 (Tuesday)

09.00	ARRIVAL
09.30	KEYNOTE Bayesian Nonparametric Methods for Point Processes Athanasios Kottas, University of California, Santa Cruz
10.30	MORNING TEA
11.00	TUTORIAL Bayesian Nonparametrics in Financial Econometrics Maria Kalli, Kiing’s College London
13.00	LUNCH
14.30	Shrinking a Partition Distribution Towards an Anchor Partition, with Applications to Dependent Partitions Richard Warr, Brigham Young University
15.00	Coverage of Credible Intervals under Multivariate Monotonicity Subhashis Ghoshal, North Carolina State University
15.30	Verifying Sources of Identification of Structural Vector Autoregressions Using the BETEL Framework Tomasz Wozniak, University of Melbourne
16.00	AFTERNOON TEA
16.30	POSTER SESSION

Day 3: 6 December 2023 (Wednesday)

09.00	ARRIVAL
09.30	KEYNOTE Bayesian Nonparametrics in Macroeconomic Time Series Modelling Maria Kalli, King’s College London
10.30	MORNING TEA
11.00	Bayesian Non-linear Latent Variable Modeling via Random Fourier Features Michael Minyi Zhang, University of Hong Kong
11.30	Bayesian Clustering for Big Data using Splinters David Dahl, Brigham Young University
12.20	SOCIAL ACTIVITY Pre-paid event

Day 4: 7 December 2023 (Thursday)

09.00	ARRIVAL
09.30	Computational Approaches to Bayesian Variable Selection: Random Neighbourhood Samplers and Large p Asymptotics Samuel Livingstone, University College London
10.00	Simple and Effective Sampling from Probability Distributions Concentrated around Manifolds Hadi Mohasel Afshar, University of Technology, Sydney
10.30	MORNING TEA
11.00	TUTORIAL Computational Methods for Bayesian Nonparametrics Jim Griffin, University College London
13.00	LUNCH
14.30	Flexible Bayesian Nonparametric Modeling for Longitudinal Binary and Ordinal Responses Jizhou Kang, University of California, Santa Cruz
15.00	Bayesian Spatial Generalised Dissimilarity Models for Antarctic Biodiversity Xiaotian Zheng, University of Wollongong
15.30	A Bayesian Stochastic Frontier Model for Analyzing Cost Efficiency of Commercial Banks in the US Xibin Zhang, Monash University
16.00	AFTERNOON TEA
16.30	MONASH UNIVERSITY PRESENTATION
17.15	DEPARTURE For those attending who wish to go together by train.
18.30	CONFERENCE DINNER A pre-paid event located in South Wharf.

View all abstracts

Other details are as follows:

The Bayesian Nonparametrics Networking Workshop will be held in the Pavilion room at Monash University Caulfield campus (Level 8 of Building H).
The Caulfield campus is located 9 kilometres (6 miles) from the city of Melbourne, the campus is easily accessible by multiple train, tram and bus lines.
Myki is Melbourne’s smartcard ticketing system. With myki you can travel on all of Melbourne’s trains, trams and buses.
- Train: Caulfield Railway station is next to the campus. Four lines stop at the station: Cranbourne, Dandenong, Frankston and Pakenham.
- Tram: The no.3 tram from Swanston Street will take you directly to the Caulfield campus.
It is also accessible by car, but be aware that parking restrictions apply in the streets surrounding the campus. There is a user-pay multilevel carpark located nearby. For further information about parking and the campus, please visit Monash Caulfield campus.
Scientific committee
Chair
- François Caron, University of Oxford
Members
- Catherine Forbes, Monash University
- Fabrizio Leisen, University of Nottingham
- Renate Meyer, University of Auckland
- Long Nguyen, University of Michigan
- Michael Smith, University of Melbourne
- Sara Wade, University of Edinburgh
- Yanxun Xu, Johns Hopkins University
Local organising committee
- Catherine Forbes, Monash University
- David Frazier, Monash University
- John Ormorod , University of Sydney
- Yong Song, University of Melbourne
- Wei Wei, Monash University
- Dan Zhu, Monash University
Workshop participants will be required to make their own travel and accommodation arrangements.
Caulfield campus is conveniently accessible by public transport (train, tram and bus). Attendees can therefore choose accommodation located in many parts of Melbourne.
With many hotels available in the Melbourne Central Business District (approximately 20 minutes by train) and the suburb of South Yarra (approximately 10 minutes by train) as well as many other locales. Note that as Melbourne is a popular destination for holiday travellers and business alike, we recommend booking a hotel well in advance prior the Workshop.
The following links suit a wide range of budgets; travelling preferences and offer, Monash preferred rates.
The visitor team may also suggest alternative hotels.
Air travel
Melbourne has two main airports, Tullamarine and Avalon. It is expected all international conference participants will arrive at Tullamarine Airport. Further information about travelling to/from airport can be found at:
- Visit Victoria: Air travel
- Visit Melbourne: Travel information
Visa
International visitors most likely will need a visa to enter Australia. Information on the type of visa to get can be found on the Australian Government – Department of Home Affairs website. They can provide advice if needed. The Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) may be the best option.
Current Covid-19 Requirements
To request an invitation letter, from the Local Organizing Committee please provide your full name, job title and affiliation (university, research centre, company, etc). Requests should be sent to the organisers at TBC.
Special Dietary Requirements
Every effort will be made to accommodate all special dietary requirements; however, advance notification is required. You will need to make yourself known to a staff member at the various catering times in order to obtain your special meal. Vegetarian options will be available at lunch and dinner. No guarantee can be made to cater for delegates who did not advise dietary requirements in advance.
Liability disclaimer
The Bayesian Nonparametrics Networking Workshop cannot accept liability for personal accidents or loss or damage to private property of participants either during or directly arising from the Bayesian Nonparametrics Networking Workshop.
Code of Conduct
The organisers of the Bayesian Nonparametrics Networking Workshop are dedicated to providing a positive Meeting experience for everyone, free from harassment regardless of gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, or religion (or lack thereof).
All attendees, speakers, sponsors, staff and volunteers (‘Meeting participants’) at our Workshop are required to agree with the following code of conduct. Organisers will enforce this code throughout the event. We expect cooperation from all Meeting participants to ensure that the Meeting is a positive and safe experience for everybody.
YOUR OBLIGATIONS AS A WORKSHOP PARTICIPANT
As a Workshop participant, you agree to:
1. be respectful and considerate in speech, actions and all interactions with other Meeting participants,
2. acknowledge and respect the boundaries of fellow attendees,
3. refrain from demeaning, discriminatory, or harassing behaviour and speech,
4. respect confidentiality requests by speakers and other Workshop participants,
5. alert a member of the Code of Conduct response team (listed below) if you notice a dangerous situation, someone in distress, or violations of this code of conduct, even if they seem inconsequential.
PROHIBITED BEHAVIOUR
This Workshop does not tolerate harassment in any form and in all forums, including at the Meeting venue, during talks or workshops, at social events associated with the Meeting and on social media.
Harassing behaviour includes, but is not limited to:
1. Stalking;
2. Deliberate intimidation;
3. Unwanted photography or recording;
4. Discriminatory images in public spaces;
5. Sustained or wilful disruption of talks or other events;
6. Use of sexual or discriminatory language or imagery, including comments or images intended to be jokes;
7. Offensive verbal comments related to gender, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, religion, sexual;
8. Inappropriate physical contact, which can include grabbing as well as hugging without asking or massaging without asking; and
9. Unwelcome sexual attention, which can include inappropriate questions of a sexual nature, asking for sexual favours or repeatedly asking for dates or contact information.
Participants engaging in harassing behaviour may be sanctioned in any way organisers. Such sanctions may include a formally warning to stop the behaviour, a request to leave the Meeting without refund immediately, or a report of the behaviour to a partner institution.
SPEAKER AND SPONSOR MATERIALS
Sponsors and speakers are required not to use sexualised images or content in their marketing materials, talk slides, notes or presentations. If this material is impossible to avoid given the topic (for example text mining of material from hate sites) the existence of this material should be noted both in the abstract and at the start of the talk.
The organisers of the Bayesian Nonparametrics Networking Workshop reserves the right to remove sponsor display or materials or stop a talk that contains inappropriate sexualised content or content that may reasonably amount to harassment.
NEED HELP?
If you are being harassed, notice that someone else is being harassed, or have any other concerns, please contact a member of the Bayesian Nonparametrics Networking Workshop organising committee or speak to a Monash Business School staff member who can direct you to a member of the organising committee.

Contact us

For further information regarding the Bayesian Nonparametrics Networking Workshop, please contact the organising committee at bnpnet@monash.edu.

Event Details

Date:: 4 December 2023 at 9:00 am – 8 December 2023 at 5:00 pm
Venue:: Monash University, Caulfield campus, Pavilion, Level 8 of Building H
Campus:
Open to:
Cost:
Categories:: Alumni; Econometrics and Business Statistics; General

Description

The workshop is co-sponsored by the Monash University Department of Econometrics and Business Statistics and the Nonparametric Section of the International Society for Bayesian Analysis (ISBA).

It's only the second in a new series of smaller workshops that aim to:

Create an informal BNP event characterized by a flexible schedule and slots dedicated to early career researchers;
Establish and strengthen local networks and broaden appeal; and
Foster brainstorming and innovation.

The first BNP Networking Workshop was held in April 2022 in Nicosia, Cyprus.

Key dates

January 2023
Call for abstracts for contributed talks or posters.

23 June 2023
Due date for submission of contributed talks or posters.
Due date for travel support applications for junior researchers.

Early September 2023
Notification of acceptance (talks/posters) and junior travel support.

18 September 2023
Early bird registrations close.

18 October 2023
Deadline for registration of presenters.

Keynote speakers

Jim Griffin, Professor in Statistical Science at University College, London

Thanasis Kottas, Professor of Statistics, University of California, Santa Cruz

Maria Kalli, Lecturer in Statistics, Department of Mathematics at King’s College London

Registration

The registration portal has now closed. If you are interested in registering, please contact BNPNet@monash.edu for further information.

Cancellation of registration

All registration cancellations are subject to an administration fee of $50. A refund of the balance will be given provided written notification is received prior to 20 November 2023.

After this date, refunds will only be made at the discretion of the organising committee. Substitutions will be accepted but should be notified in writing to the organisers.

Scientific program

Day 1: 4 December 2023 (Monday)

09.00	ARRIVAL AND WELCOME
09.30	KEYNOTE Expressing Model Uncertainty Using Credible Sets Jim Griffin, University College London
10.30	MORNING TEA
11.00	TUTORIAL Nonparametric Bayesian Density Regression: Modelling Methods and Applications Athanasios Kottas, University of California at Santa Cruz
13.00	LUNCH
14.30	Infinite Sparse Factor Stochastic Volatility Model Martina Zaharieva, CUNEF Universidad
15.00	Evidence Estimation in Finite and Infinite Mixture Models and Applications Christian Robert, Ceremade – Université Paris-Dauphine
15.30	Identifying Summary and Parameter Structures in ABC: A Gaussian Graphical Model Approach Yangqi Zhang, University of New South Wales
16.00	WELCOME EVENT

Day 2: 5 December 2023 (Tuesday)

09.00	ARRIVAL
09.30	KEYNOTE Bayesian Nonparametric Methods for Point Processes Athanasios Kottas, University of California, Santa Cruz
10.30	MORNING TEA
11.00	TUTORIAL Bayesian Nonparametrics in Financial Econometrics Maria Kalli, Kiing’s College London
13.00	LUNCH
14.30	Shrinking a Partition Distribution Towards an Anchor Partition, with Applications to Dependent Partitions Richard Warr, Brigham Young University
15.00	Coverage of Credible Intervals under Multivariate Monotonicity Subhashis Ghoshal, North Carolina State University
15.30	Verifying Sources of Identification of Structural Vector Autoregressions Using the BETEL Framework Tomasz Wozniak, University of Melbourne
16.00	AFTERNOON TEA
16.30	POSTER SESSION

Day 3: 6 December 2023 (Wednesday)

09.00	ARRIVAL
09.30	KEYNOTE Bayesian Nonparametrics in Macroeconomic Time Series Modelling Maria Kalli, King’s College London
10.30	MORNING TEA
11.00	Bayesian Non-linear Latent Variable Modeling via Random Fourier Features Michael Minyi Zhang, University of Hong Kong
11.30	Bayesian Clustering for Big Data using Splinters David Dahl, Brigham Young University
12.20	SOCIAL ACTIVITY Pre-paid event

Day 4: 7 December 2023 (Thursday)

09.00	ARRIVAL
09.30	Computational Approaches to Bayesian Variable Selection: Random Neighbourhood Samplers and Large p Asymptotics Samuel Livingstone, University College London
10.00	Simple and Effective Sampling from Probability Distributions Concentrated around Manifolds Hadi Mohasel Afshar, University of Technology, Sydney
10.30	MORNING TEA
11.00	TUTORIAL Computational Methods for Bayesian Nonparametrics Jim Griffin, University College London
13.00	LUNCH
14.30	Flexible Bayesian Nonparametric Modeling for Longitudinal Binary and Ordinal Responses Jizhou Kang, University of California, Santa Cruz
15.00	Bayesian Spatial Generalised Dissimilarity Models for Antarctic Biodiversity Xiaotian Zheng, University of Wollongong
15.30	A Bayesian Stochastic Frontier Model for Analyzing Cost Efficiency of Commercial Banks in the US Xibin Zhang, Monash University
16.00	AFTERNOON TEA
16.30	MONASH UNIVERSITY PRESENTATION
17.15	DEPARTURE For those attending who wish to go together by train.
18.30	CONFERENCE DINNER A pre-paid event located in South Wharf.

View all abstracts

Other details are as follows:

The Bayesian Nonparametrics Networking Workshop will be held in the Pavilion room at Monash University Caulfield campus (Level 8 of Building H).
The Caulfield campus is located 9 kilometres (6 miles) from the city of Melbourne, the campus is easily accessible by multiple train, tram and bus lines.
Myki is Melbourne’s smartcard ticketing system. With myki you can travel on all of Melbourne’s trains, trams and buses.
- Train: Caulfield Railway station is next to the campus. Four lines stop at the station: Cranbourne, Dandenong, Frankston and Pakenham.
- Tram: The no.3 tram from Swanston Street will take you directly to the Caulfield campus.
It is also accessible by car, but be aware that parking restrictions apply in the streets surrounding the campus. There is a user-pay multilevel carpark located nearby. For further information about parking and the campus, please visit Monash Caulfield campus.
Scientific committee
Chair
- François Caron, University of Oxford
Members
- Catherine Forbes, Monash University
- Fabrizio Leisen, University of Nottingham
- Renate Meyer, University of Auckland
- Long Nguyen, University of Michigan
- Michael Smith, University of Melbourne
- Sara Wade, University of Edinburgh
- Yanxun Xu, Johns Hopkins University
Local organising committee
- Catherine Forbes, Monash University
- David Frazier, Monash University
- John Ormorod , University of Sydney
- Yong Song, University of Melbourne
- Wei Wei, Monash University
- Dan Zhu, Monash University
Workshop participants will be required to make their own travel and accommodation arrangements.
Caulfield campus is conveniently accessible by public transport (train, tram and bus). Attendees can therefore choose accommodation located in many parts of Melbourne.
With many hotels available in the Melbourne Central Business District (approximately 20 minutes by train) and the suburb of South Yarra (approximately 10 minutes by train) as well as many other locales. Note that as Melbourne is a popular destination for holiday travellers and business alike, we recommend booking a hotel well in advance prior the Workshop.
The following links suit a wide range of budgets; travelling preferences and offer, Monash preferred rates.
The visitor team may also suggest alternative hotels.
Air travel
Melbourne has two main airports, Tullamarine and Avalon. It is expected all international conference participants will arrive at Tullamarine Airport. Further information about travelling to/from airport can be found at:
- Visit Victoria: Air travel
- Visit Melbourne: Travel information
Visa
International visitors most likely will need a visa to enter Australia. Information on the type of visa to get can be found on the Australian Government – Department of Home Affairs website. They can provide advice if needed. The Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) may be the best option.
Current Covid-19 Requirements
To request an invitation letter, from the Local Organizing Committee please provide your full name, job title and affiliation (university, research centre, company, etc). Requests should be sent to the organisers at TBC.
Special Dietary Requirements
Every effort will be made to accommodate all special dietary requirements; however, advance notification is required. You will need to make yourself known to a staff member at the various catering times in order to obtain your special meal. Vegetarian options will be available at lunch and dinner. No guarantee can be made to cater for delegates who did not advise dietary requirements in advance.
Liability disclaimer
The Bayesian Nonparametrics Networking Workshop cannot accept liability for personal accidents or loss or damage to private property of participants either during or directly arising from the Bayesian Nonparametrics Networking Workshop.
Code of Conduct
The organisers of the Bayesian Nonparametrics Networking Workshop are dedicated to providing a positive Meeting experience for everyone, free from harassment regardless of gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, or religion (or lack thereof).
All attendees, speakers, sponsors, staff and volunteers (‘Meeting participants’) at our Workshop are required to agree with the following code of conduct. Organisers will enforce this code throughout the event. We expect cooperation from all Meeting participants to ensure that the Meeting is a positive and safe experience for everybody.
YOUR OBLIGATIONS AS A WORKSHOP PARTICIPANT
As a Workshop participant, you agree to:
1. be respectful and considerate in speech, actions and all interactions with other Meeting participants,
2. acknowledge and respect the boundaries of fellow attendees,
3. refrain from demeaning, discriminatory, or harassing behaviour and speech,
4. respect confidentiality requests by speakers and other Workshop participants,
5. alert a member of the Code of Conduct response team (listed below) if you notice a dangerous situation, someone in distress, or violations of this code of conduct, even if they seem inconsequential.
PROHIBITED BEHAVIOUR
This Workshop does not tolerate harassment in any form and in all forums, including at the Meeting venue, during talks or workshops, at social events associated with the Meeting and on social media.
Harassing behaviour includes, but is not limited to:
1. Stalking;
2. Deliberate intimidation;
3. Unwanted photography or recording;
4. Discriminatory images in public spaces;
5. Sustained or wilful disruption of talks or other events;
6. Use of sexual or discriminatory language or imagery, including comments or images intended to be jokes;
7. Offensive verbal comments related to gender, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, religion, sexual;
8. Inappropriate physical contact, which can include grabbing as well as hugging without asking or massaging without asking; and
9. Unwelcome sexual attention, which can include inappropriate questions of a sexual nature, asking for sexual favours or repeatedly asking for dates or contact information.
Participants engaging in harassing behaviour may be sanctioned in any way organisers. Such sanctions may include a formally warning to stop the behaviour, a request to leave the Meeting without refund immediately, or a report of the behaviour to a partner institution.
SPEAKER AND SPONSOR MATERIALS
Sponsors and speakers are required not to use sexualised images or content in their marketing materials, talk slides, notes or presentations. If this material is impossible to avoid given the topic (for example text mining of material from hate sites) the existence of this material should be noted both in the abstract and at the start of the talk.
The organisers of the Bayesian Nonparametrics Networking Workshop reserves the right to remove sponsor display or materials or stop a talk that contains inappropriate sexualised content or content that may reasonably amount to harassment.
NEED HELP?
If you are being harassed, notice that someone else is being harassed, or have any other concerns, please contact a member of the Bayesian Nonparametrics Networking Workshop organising committee or speak to a Monash Business School staff member who can direct you to a member of the organising committee.

Contact us

For further information regarding the Bayesian Nonparametrics Networking Workshop, please contact the organising committee at bnpnet@monash.edu.

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Organisation

Bayesian Nonparametrics Networking Workshop 2023

Key dates

Keynote speakers

Sponsors

Registration

Cancellation of registration

Scientific program

ARRIVAL AND WELCOME

KEYNOTE

MORNING TEA

TUTORIAL

LUNCH

WELCOME EVENT

ARRIVAL

KEYNOTE

MORNING TEA

TUTORIAL

LUNCH

AFTERNOON TEA

POSTER SESSION

ARRIVAL

KEYNOTE

MORNING TEA

SOCIAL ACTIVITY

ARRIVAL

MORNING TEA

TUTORIAL

LUNCH

AFTERNOON TEA

MONASH UNIVERSITY PRESENTATION

DEPARTURE

CONFERENCE DINNER

Contact us

Event Details

Description

Key dates

Keynote speakers

Sponsors

Registration

Cancellation of registration

Scientific program

ARRIVAL AND WELCOME

KEYNOTE

MORNING TEA

TUTORIAL

LUNCH

WELCOME EVENT

ARRIVAL

KEYNOTE

MORNING TEA

TUTORIAL

LUNCH

AFTERNOON TEA

POSTER SESSION

ARRIVAL

KEYNOTE

MORNING TEA

SOCIAL ACTIVITY

ARRIVAL

MORNING TEA

TUTORIAL

LUNCH

AFTERNOON TEA

MONASH UNIVERSITY PRESENTATION

DEPARTURE

CONFERENCE DINNER

Contact us

Event Contact