Dr. Qunzhou Zhang

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Qunzhou Zhang's research focuses on the immunomodulatory and anti-inflammatory functions of gingiva-derived mesenchymal stem cells (GMSCs) and their regenerative potentials in vitro and in vivo. His work includes investigations into human inflammatory diseases such as colitis, skin conditions, and oral wound healing. Notable contributions include the induction of GMSC-derived neural crest-stem-like cells and their enhanced therapeutic effects in regeneration models. Zhang has also developed 3D bio-printed scaffold-free nerve grafts to facilitate nerve regeneration. His research extends to the mechanisms of GMSC-derived exosomes in modifying the microenvironment of damaged tissues and their role in promoting taste bud regeneration. Zhang's collaborations have expanded to explore mesenchymal stromal cells in the tumor microenvironment, shedding light on odontogenic benign tumors and head and neck cancers.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Assistant Professor

— Present

University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine • Philadelphia, PA

Focus on immunomodulatory and regenerative aspects of GMSCs.

Senior Investigator & Lab Manager

— Present

University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine • Philadelphia, PA

Oversaw research projects related to oral and maxillofacial surgery.

Research Associate & Lab Manager

— Present

Center for Craniofacial Molecular Biology, University of Southern California School of Dentistry • Los Angeles, CA

Managed lab operations and conducted research.

Research Associate

— Present

Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science • Los Angeles, CA

Involved in fundamental research projects.

Postdoctoral Research Fellow

— Present

Department of Oral Biology and Medicine, UCLA • Los Angeles, CA

Conducted postdoctoral research.

Awards

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Peter Geistlich Research Award

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Research Support Grant (RSG)

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Pilot Research Grant

Requirements for University of Pennsylvania

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.6
GRE General
Verbal
Required:162
Quantitative
Required:162
Overall
Required:162
GMAT
Total Score
Required:728
Overall
Required:728
TOEFL
Total
Required:115
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Strong quantitative background
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