People
Our directory connects each person’s interests and degree level to the projects, publications, and collaborations they help advance.
Current profiles
Profiles support a brief bio, portrait, degree level, research programs, and external links.
Professor & principal investigator
Brigham Young University
Jared Whitehead is a professor of mathematics at Brigham Young University. His group studies how data can be used to build, understand, and improve mathematical models, from highly over-parameterized learning systems to interpretable models of physical processes.
Graduate researcher
Brigham Young University · Current
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Undergraduate researcher
Brigham Young University · 2.5
Ashtyn Whipple is an Applied Mathematics student at Brigham Young University with experience in mathematical modeling, computational research, programming, and data analysis. Her interests include using quantitative and analytical methods to solve complex problems and inform decision-making. Ashtyn plans to continue developing her analytical and computational skills while pursuing opportunities that combine quantitative problem-solving, collaboration, and business strategy.
Undergraduate researcher
Brigham Young University · 3
Thea is a senior studying Physics and Astronomy with research interests in cloud physics, atmospheric science, and dynamical systems. She is particularly interested in using mathematical and computational approaches to understand the physical processes that govern clouds and the atmosphere. After completing her undergraduate degree, Thea plans to pursue a PhD in atmospheric science and continue conducting research that advances our understanding in this field.
Undergraduate researcher
Brigham Young University · 2026–present
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Graduate researcher
Brigham Young University · 2025–present
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Graduate researcher
Brigham Young University · 1
Tiara Eddington is a Master’s student and graduate research assistant in mathematics at Brigham Young University. Her research interests are in scientific machine learning, specifically uncertainty quantification for data assimilation and parameter recovery methods. Her current research project targets the development of efficient sampling algorithms for Bayesian inverse problems. Following her master's degree, Tiara plans to pursue a doctoral degree in applied mathematics.
Graduate researcher
Brigham Young University · 2025–present
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Doctoral researcher
Brigham Young University · 1
Dawson is a PhD student in Applied Mathematics at Brigham Young University, researching methods for data assimilation under the direction of Professor Jared Whitehead. He earned an MS in Mathematics from BYU and a BS in Mathematics through BYU's ACME (Applied and Computational Mathematics Emphasis) program. Dawson plans to pursue a career in data science following graduation.
Graduate researcher
Brigham Young University · 4
Wyatt is a masters student in the math department. He is interested in applications of math, particularly probability, to real world problems. Most of his prior work with Jared has centered around modeling earthquakes. In particular, the work has involved inferring earthquake geometry from ground displacement data using linear regression and Markov Chain Monte Carlo (MCMC). In the future, Wyatt plans on applying to PhD programs in applied math, as well as jobs in industry.
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