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Dayong Gao is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Washington and an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Bioengineering. He serves as the Director of the Center for Cryo-Biomedical Engineering and Artificial Organs. His research primarily focuses on cryo-biomedical engineering and fundamental cryobiology, investigating mechanisms critical to cryoinjury and cryoprotection in living biomaterials at low temperatures. His work encompasses developing optimal methods and novel technologies for the long-term cryopreservation and biobanking of living cells, tissues, and organs, with applications in regenerative medicine, cellular and gene therapy, tissue engineering, and cancer therapy. Gao has published over 500 peer-reviewed articles and holds around 30 international patents. He is a recognized leader in cryobiology and cryo-biomedical engineering, having been elected to serve in various leadership roles including President of the Society for Cryobiology. He also collaborates internationally on various projects aimed at advancing cryopreservation technology and artificial organs.
University of Washington • Seattle, WA, USA
Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering and Adjunct Professor in the Department of Bioengineering.
Baxter Healthcare Corporation • University of Kentucky
Held the Baxter Healthcare Corporation Endowed Chair in Engineering.
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