Hi, I'm Zac Espinosa

I am a PhD student in the Department of Atmospheric and Climate Sciences at the University of Washington, and member of the Ice Climate Group (led by Prof. Cecilia Bitz). My research aims to improve climate projections and weather forecasting using machine learning, climate modeling, and data analysis. Checkout my research page to learn more about my current and past projects.

Prior to my starting a PhD, I completed a B.S. in Computer Science and an M.S. in Applied Physics at Stanford University. My Masters research (advised by Prof. Aditi Sheshadri) focused on building a machine learning parameterization of gravity wave drag. Outside of my academic work, you'll find me studying Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, exploring Washington's national parks, or reading about the clean energy transition.