Heartiest congratulations to Dr. Dootika Vats, Department of Mathematics and Statistics, on receiving the prestigious COPSS Emerging Leaders Award 2026 from the Committee of Presidents of Statistical Societies (COPSS).

Committee of Presidents of Statistical Societies(COPSS) recognizes early career statistical scientists who show evidence of and potential for leadership and who will help shape and strengthen the field. Dr. Vats is the first Statistician in Asia to receive this award.

Warmest congratulations to Dr. Vats on this remarkable global achievement!