Dr. Jing Wen

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Jing Wen, PhD, is an Assistant Adjunct Professor in the Department of Microbiology, Immunology, & Molecular Genetics at the University of California, Los Angeles. Dr. Wen's research primarily focuses on immunotherapy and gene therapy for treating human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infections, cancer, and central nervous system (CNS) diseases. She has developed innovative delivery platforms that enhance penetration of therapeutics across the blood-brain barrier, enabling effective delivery of monoclonal antibodies and nerve growth factors. Dr. Wen's work opens new avenues for treating neurodegeneration, primary and metastatic brain tumors, spinal cord injuries, and HIV infections in the CNS. Her highlighted publications include work in renowned journals such as Nature Biomedical Engineering and Advanced Materials, where she has contributed to advancing the field of CNS therapeutics.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of California Los Angeles

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:160
Analytical Writing
Required:5
Overall
Required:5
TOEFL
Total
Required:87
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree Strong background in Economics and Mathematics
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • GRE General Test scores
Specialization Notes

Department of Economics admits primarily for the PhD program.