Dr. Jianhua Xing

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Biography

Jianhua Xing is a Professor in the Department of Computational and Systems Biology at the University of Pittsburgh, with additional affiliations in the Department of Physics and Astronomy and the UPMC Hillman Cancer Center. His research focuses on integrating quantitative biology, computational biology, and theoretical physics to investigate the regulation of complex biological processes. His lab employs principles from physics, chemistry, and engineering to study the dynamics of biological processes across varying lengths and time scales. This interdisciplinary approach aims to elucidate general physical principles and achieve meaningful biomedical applications through collaboration with experimentalists in the field. Jianhua’s research reflects a pivotal transition in biology, emphasizing the integration of theories and practices that were historically seen as disparate.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Pittsburgh

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
GRE General
Prerequisites
3 semesters of Calculus 1 semester of Linear Algebra Introductory Statistics
Application Checklist
  • Online application
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  • 3 letters of recommendation
  • Statement of purpose
  • Resume/CV
  • Application fee
Specialization Notes

The Statistics MS program focuses on mathematical statistics and applied statistics.