Dr. Mengsen Zhang

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Mengsen Zhang is a complex systems scientist and neuroscientist currently serving as an Assistant Professor at Michigan State University. His research primarily focuses on the intricate interrelations within complex systems that encompass psychology, medicine, sociology, and neuroscience. He is dedicated to exploring the shared principles underlying these disciplines. Dr. Zhang earned his Bachelor of Science degrees in Psychology and Pharmaceutical Sciences from Peking University in Beijing, China. Upon graduation, he furthered his academic journey by pursuing a Master of Science in Criminology at the University of Pennsylvania. Throughout his career, Dr. Zhang has been intrigued by the similarities between varied fields and aims to deepen the understanding of complex systems through interdisciplinary approaches.

Research Interests

Requirements for Michigan State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:17
Writing
Required:17
Speaking
Required:17
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field At least 15 credits in psychology courses
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Specialization Notes

Department of Psychology