Dr. Michinao Hashimoto

Associate Professor

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Biography

Michinao Hashimoto received his B.S. degrees in Chemistry and Biochemistry/Biophysics (Honors) from Oregon State University in 2003, followed by a Ph.D. in Chemical Physics from Harvard University in 2009 under the guidance of Prof. George Whitesides. Prior to joining SUTD in 2014, he completed postdoctoral training at MIT Children’s Hospital, guided by Prof. Daniel Kohane and Prof. Robert Langer, and served as a visiting scholar at various institutions, including the Polish Academy of Sciences, University of Sao Paulo, National Tsinghua University, University of Tokyo, and Saudi Aramco. His current research focuses on microfluidics and its applications in biomedical fields, particularly in reducing the cost of scientific technologies and enhancing accessibility. Current topics of interest include multiphase microfluidics, biomaterials formation, drug delivery, and the development of medical diagnostic devices. Hashimoto has authored many significant publications in reputable journals and continues to contribute to the field through innovative research.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2014-01-01 — Present

Singapore University of Technology and Design • Singapore

Teaching and conducting research in microfluidics and biomedical applications.

Postdoctoral Associate

2009-01-01 — 2013-01-01

Massachusetts Institute of Technology • Cambridge, MA, USA

Research in the area of chemical engineering and molecular biophysics.

Postdoctoral Associate

2009-01-01 — 2013-01-01

Boston Children’s Hospital • Boston, MA, USA

Focused on applications of engineering in a medical setting.

Graduate Research Assistant

2004-01-01 — 2009-01-01

Harvard University • Cambridge, MA, USA

Engaged in graduate studies and research contributing to microfluidics.

Awards

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Bosch Fellowship

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60th Lindau Nobel Laureate Meetings

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Fieser Lecture Award

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Nanoscale Science Engineering Center Travel Fellowship

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Chemical Physics Student Fellowship

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CUE Award, Distinction in Teaching

Requirements for Singapore University of Technology and Design

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
GRE General
Prerequisites
At least a Bachelor's degree or above
Application Checklist
  • Original Undergraduate/Master's degree certificate and transcripts
  • Statement of Objectives (3,000 words)
  • Three Recommendation Letters (Referees)
  • Identity Card or Passport
  • TOEFL/IELTS score report
  • GRE score report (Highly recommended, optional for EPD/ISTD)
  • CV/Resume
  • Portfolio (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

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