Dr. Moss Zhao

Instructor

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Biography

Moss Zhao is an Instructor in the Department of Neurosurgery at Stanford University, specializing in developing cutting-edge clinically viable imaging technologies to improve the diagnosis and treatment of cerebrovascular diseases. His areas of expertise include physiological modeling, arterial spin labeling, Bayesian inference, PET/MRI, and artificial intelligence. His scientific contributions have significantly enhanced early detection of strokes and dementia, enriching the knowledge of brain development throughout life. Dr. Zhao completed his DPhil at St Cross College, University of Oxford, under the supervision of Professor Michael Chappell. He actively mentors students from his alma mater and has presented his work at international conferences attended by over 3,000 delegates. His research and teaching endeavors are supported by prestigious organizations such as the American Heart Association and the National Institutes of Health.

Research Interests

Experience

Instructor

— Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Teaches courses and conducts research in the field of neurosurgery.

Awards

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Career Development Award

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Pilot Grant

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Postdoctoral Fellowship

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.