Dr. Bo Zhang

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Bo Zhang received his PhD in Geography from the University of Connecticut in 2021. His research primarily focuses on environmental science and GIS, with interests centered on applying geospatial technologies to study changes in the physical environment. His dissertation research emphasizes the development and application of Markov chain geostatistics. Zhang's work has investigated the spatiotemporal patterns of aerosol particles and the analysis of transportation networks. Additionally, he has experience as a GIS analyst on projects assessing service equity in Connecticut's large public transportation systems.

Research Interests

Environmental Science GIS Geospatial Technologies Markov Chain Geostatistics Aerosol Particles Transportation Network Analysis

Courses

EARTH 102-8: Year Seminar EARTH 211: Data Analysis Earth & Environmental Sciences EARTH 361: Scientific Programming in Python EARTH 363-1: GIS Level 1 EARTH 363-2: GIS Level 2

Requirements for Northwestern University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
U.S. Bachelor's degree or equivalent
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Specialization Notes

Standard PhD requirements for TGS departments including Chemistry, Physics, and Sociology.