Dr. Miqin Zhang

Professor

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Biography

Miqin Zhang is a Professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at the University of Washington. He specializes in research focused on the development of materials and devices for biological and medical applications. His research is categorized into three main laboratories: the Nanoparticle Lab, which emphasizes cancer diagnosis and treatment using targeted and controlled therapeutic payload delivery; the Tissue Engineering Lab, dedicated to creating biocompatible porous nanofibrous matrices for tissue repair and regeneration; and the Biosensor Lab, which works on the detection and identification of chemical and biological agents for drug screening. Zhang's work addresses significant challenges in muscle regeneration due to limited healing capabilities, particularly in skeletal muscle where damage can impede proper alignment and function. His contributions have garnered recognition in the fields of biomaterials, bionanotechnology, and tissue engineering.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

University of Washington • Seattle, WA

Holds the Kyocera Corporation Chair and is involved in multiple interdisciplinary research labs.

Awards

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Highly cited researchers in materials science engineering

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Thomson Reuters' World's Influential Scientific Minds

Requirements for University of Washington

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Standard Graduate School requirements for University of Washington apply to most departments listed unless specified otherwise by the program.