Dr. Qiong Zhou

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Qiong L. Zhou, PhD, is a Research Assistant Professor at Boston University in the Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine, focusing on Pharmacology, Physiology, and Biophysics. Zhou earned his PhD from King's College London and has made significant contributions to understanding insulin signaling networks and innate immunity in metabolic functions. His research has involved various collaborative projects with renowned scientists, including a study at the University of Massachusetts Medical School, where he established microRNA profiles using deep sequencing techniques. His work includes identifying the role of Akt substrate TBC1D1 in regulating GLUT1 expression through the mTOR pathway and investigating neutrophil elastase in the context of high-fat diet-induced obesity and related inflammation. Zhou's research output is well-documented, with numerous publications in notable journals, reflecting a dedicated career in diabetes and obesity research.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Assistant Professor

2010-01-01 — Present

Boston University • Boston, MA

Conducting research in the Laboratory of Diabetes Obesity Research, focusing on insulin signaling and its regulation.

Requirements for Boston University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.88
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Application Checklist
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  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • LSAT or GRE scores
  • Transcripts through LSAC
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