معرفی
Shirley Ho is a Senior Research Scientist at the Center for Computational Astrophysics (CCA) within the Flatiron Institute. She joined the Simons Foundation in 2018 to lead the Cosmology X Data Science group, focusing on leveraging machine learning for astrophysics and cosmology research.
Education:
- B.S. in Computer Science and Physics from UC Berkeley (2004)
- Ph.D. in Astrophysical Sciences from Princeton University (2008)
Research Interests span cosmology, astrophysical theory, and data science. She develops novel statistical and machine learning tools to address cosmic mysteries such as the origins and fate of the universe, analyzing data from surveys like ACT, Euclid, LSST, Simons Observatory, SDSS, and Roman Space Telescope.
Scientific Awards & Honors:
- Macronix Prize
- Carnegie Science Award
- Blavatnik National Finalist
- EPS Giuseppe and Vanna Cocconi Prize in Cosmology
Advising & Collaborations: Since 2011, Ho has mentored over 50 postdocs, 10 Ph.D. students, and 20 undergraduates across astrophysics, computer science, and statistics. She collaborates extensively on cosmological surveys and computational methods.
Labs & Teams: Leads the Cosmology X Data Science group at the CCA, engaging in interdisciplinary projects that bridge astrophysics and data science.
