Kris Zhang, BMath
University of Waterloo
I’m Kris Zhang, a Bachelor of Mathematics student at the University of Waterloo (Math & Business Administration double major, Statistics minor). I’m really into statistical modelling, quant research, machine learning, and also anything at the intersection of climate and finance. I also like reading quant-finance papers, writing quick reviews, and sharing takeaways on my X. When I’m not in “model mode,” I’m probably snowboarding, playing tennis or golf, or watching NBA and F1. And yeah, I’m also really into fashion design, so I’ll happily nerd out over fits and great design too.
Research Experience
My research sits at the intersection of statistical forecasting, climate risk, and decision-making under changing conditions. I’m especially interested in building models that stay interpretable and useful when data-generating processes shift—whether in mortality risk under warming trends or in optimization theory verified by formal proof systems.
Projects
My projects focus on turning quantitative ideas into working systems—from optimization models that improve real operations to statistical pipelines that test hypotheses on messy, real-world data. I like building end-to-end solutions (data → modeling → evaluation → interpretation) and prioritizing work that is practical, measurable, and decision-relevant.