Dr. Julie Chang

Associate Professor

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Biography

C. Julie Chang is an experienced molecular microbiologist specializing in bacterial pathogenesis. Her research interests center on bacterial cell surface virulence factors and their role in polymicrobial interactions and oral biofilm development. With a background in biochemical genetics, she extensively explores sortase-mediated cell surface assembly in Gram-positive oral bacterial pili. Her current research focuses on the mechanisms and components involved in bacterial interactions that contribute to periodontitis. Throughout her career, she has played a significant role in supervising graduate and postgraduate students and managing laboratory activities. Additionally, Dr. Chang has led collaborative research projects, with results published in highly respected peer-reviewed journals, making notable contributions to the field of oral bacterial pathogenesis and therapeutics.

Research Interests

Experience

Adjunct Associate Professor

— Present

UCLA School of Dentistry • Los Angeles, CA

Teaching and research in molecular microbiology and bacterial pathogenesis.

Patents

Triggered Pore Forming Agents

5,777,078

Patent related to the development of novel therapeutic approaches.

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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.