Dr. Hua Zhong Yu

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Biography

Hua-Zhong (Hogan) Yu is a professor in the Department of Chemistry at Simon Fraser University. He has a diverse research background, focusing on analytical materials chemistry. After obtaining his B.Sc. and M.Sc. degrees from Shandong University, he earned his Ph.D. from Peking University. His postdoctoral work included fellowships at the California Institute of Technology and the NRC Steacie Institute. His research spans a broad range of analytical and physical chemistry, specifically looking into advanced mobile electronic biosensors and the development of point-of-care chemical analysis methods using consumer electronics. He is also interested in creating functional DNA switches for detecting various analytes through electrochemical biosensors. His work on self-assembled monolayers aims to enhance the understanding of interfacial physical chemistry. Additional projects focus on modifying surface properties for efficient biochip applications.

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Courses

CHEM 481 D004 Undergraduate Research CHEM 115 LA01 Introductory Chemistry Laboratory CHEM 122 D100 General Chemistry II

Requirements for Simon Fraser University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:93
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or related field
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Specialization Notes

Department of Philosophy