Dr. Fan Yang

Associate Professor

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Biography

Fan Yang is an Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery and Bioengineering at Stanford University, where he serves as the Director and Principal Investigator of the Stem Cells Biomaterials Engineering Laboratory. He has a broad training in bioengineering and works at the intersection of materials science, biology, engineering, and medicine. His extensive expertise lies in the development of novel biomaterials for stem cell-based therapeutics and musculoskeletal tissue engineering. Dr. Yang is particularly focused on creating biomaterials and cell-based therapeutics aimed at improving the regeneration of musculoskeletal tissues including bone, cartilage, tendon, and blood vessels. His research group is also interested in engineering 3D in vitro cancer models for drug screening and mechanistic discovery.

Research Interests

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.