Dr. Griffin Hosseinzadeh

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Griffin Hosseinzadeh is an assistant professor in the Department of Astronomy & Astrophysics at the University of California, San Diego. He received his Ph.D. from the University of California, Santa Barbara, and holds a Bachelor's degree from the University of California, Berkeley. His research interests focus on studying the remnants of stellar explosions, such as neutron stars and black holes, through optical observations and gravitational-wave sources. His work often employs data science methods to enable rapid follow-up of large samples of transients, aiming to deepen our understanding of the life cycles of stars and the phenomena surrounding their deaths. In addition to his research, Griffin enjoys playing music, particularly the trombone and bass, and takes pleasure in long bike trips.

Research Interests

Neutron Stars Black Holes Optical Observations Gravitational-Wave Sources Data Science

Experience

Assistant Professor

— Present

University of California, San Diego • La Jolla, CA

Teaching and conducting research in astronomy and astrophysics.

Requirements for University of California, San Diego

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:85
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in physical, biological, or earth sciences, mathematics, or engineering. Differential and integral calculus. One year of calculus-based physics with laboratory. One year of chemistry with laboratory.
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose (max 2 pages)
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Application fee ($135 domestic / $155 international)
Specialization Notes

Administered by the Scripps Institution of Oceanography. Curricular groups include Climate-Ocean-Atmosphere (COAP), Geosciences (GEO), and Ocean Biosciences (OBP).