Organisers:
Pavel Krupskiy (University of Melbourne)
Liuhua Peng (University of Melbourne)
Laleh Tafakori (RMIT University)
Bouchra Nasri (University of Montreal)

Program Description:

The goal of this workshop is to bring together a diverse group of internationally recognized experts and promising early-career researchers who are at the cutting edge of multivariate extremes modeling, environmental statistics, and applied mathematics. In the context of climate science, multivariate extremes refer to the simultaneous occurrence of multiple extreme conditions, such as high temperature, humidity, and wind speed, during severe weather events like heatwaves or storms. Accurately modeling and predicting these extreme events, along with developing robust risk assessment and mitigation strategies, is critical as we confront the escalating challenges of a rapidly changing climate.

By fostering cross-disciplinary collaboration, this workshop aims to advance statistical techniques that can more effectively address the complex and growing threats posed by climate change. Leading experts from theoretical statistics, applied mathematics, and climate-related sciences will share their expertise and insights. With a focus on informal, interactive discussions, the workshop will encourage dynamic collaborations between researchers and key practitioners, including experts from organizations like the Bureau of Meteorology and CSIRO. These interactions will ensure that cutting edge research is translated into actionable, impactful solutions for climate resilience and adaptation.

Program Structure:

TBD

Registration:

• Deadline: TBD
• Registration is by invitation only. If you are interested to participate in this program, please contact one of the organisers with your CV and research background.
• Arrival date: 24 January 2027

ASSOCIATED EVENTS

MATRIX Wine and Cheese Afternoon 27 January 2027
MATRIX provides a pre-dinner wine and cheese afternoon. Produce is locally-sourced to showcase delicacies from the region.