Dr. Hao Zhang

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Hao Zhang is a Joint Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering with a Courtesy Appointment in the Department of Chemistry at Northwestern University. He received his B.S. and M.S. degrees from Shanghai Jiao Tong University and completed his Ph.D. at Texas A&M University, College Station. His research interests focus on advancing imaging techniques such as optical coherence tomography and single-molecule imaging, particularly in the fields of ophthalmology, vision science, and genomics. Zhang has contributed significantly to the understanding of molecular interactions and single-molecule spectroscopy through various innovative designs and methodologies in his research. He has published numerous papers in high-impact journals and has been involved in various collaborative projects that aim to enhance diagnostic and therapeutic strategies in biomedical applications. His work is recognized for its implications in both fundamental research and clinical practice.

Research Interests

Requirements for Northwestern University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
U.S. Bachelor's degree or equivalent
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Specialization Notes

Standard PhD requirements for TGS departments including Chemistry, Physics, and Sociology.