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Institute for Computational & Mathematical Engineering

Student Spotlight: Zhen Bao

Meet Zhen Bao, an incoming PhD student in ICME

Meet Zhen (Bobby) Bao, an incoming PhD student in ICME.

ALMA MATER

New York University

DEGREES & MAJORS

Mathematics & Computer Science

Academic and work experience

I recently completed my undergraduate studies at NYU, where I built my background in applied mathematics and computational science.

Inspiration for pursuing graduate degree in CME

I’m inspired by how mathematical ideas, implemented as algorithms, can explain real physical phenomena. I want to explore how these ideas and tools can drive progress in interdisciplinary areas and create real-world impact.

Specific research areas of interest

Computational fluid dynamics and application in Geophysics.

Impact I hope to have in my field and the world

I want to develop mathematical and computational methods that deepen our understanding of complex geophysical systems, making them easier to understand and predict.

Interests and hobbies

Hiking, birding.

Meet the 2025 cohort of incoming PhD students

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