Gan Zhang, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor (starting in 05/2023)
Department of Atmospheric Sciences
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
My academic research aims to improve the predictions of high-impact weather (e.g., hurricanes and midlatitude cyclones). As a dynamist studying both weather and climate, I am particularly interested in bridging the gap between theoretical research and applied research on geophysical fluid dynamics. I tackle these questions using climate re-analyses, satellite products, machine learning techniques, and dynamical models that span a spectrum of complexity (“model hierarchies”). Beyond my research, I enjoy learning about exo-planets, playing volleyball games, and having hiking trips and museum tours. During the pandemic years, I embarked on an adventure by moving from Academia (Princeton / GFDL) to Industry (Citadel Hedge Fund). While exploring the applications of weather-climate science in finance-energy sectors, I continued contributing to scientific endeavors via volunteer, mentoring, and collaborative activities. Disclaimer: This personal website is NOT affiliated with my current or former employers. The views on this website do not represent the views of those employers. |
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