Dr. Shan Zha

Professor

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Biography

Shan Zha is the James Wolff Professor at Columbia University, where he specializes in Pathology, Cell Biology, Microbiology, and Immunology within the Herbert Irving Comprehensive Cancer Center. His research focuses on the investigation of defects in DNA repair and the DNA damage response and their impact on normal immune system development and lymphomagenesis. Zha's lab is known for developing cutting-edge technologies such as high-throughput translocation sequencing, single-cell sequencing, multi-color flow cytometry, and CRISPR-based depletion and activation screens. The lab utilizes an extensive collection of sixty-five unique mouse models to better understand the structural and functional aspects of DNA damage response factors. Through his research, Dr. Zha aims to uncover new insights into treatment responses and invite committed young scientists to participate in advancing these investigations.

Research Interests

Requirements for Columbia University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or international equivalent
Application Checklist
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  • Personal Statement
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • CV or Resume
  • Application fee
Specialization Notes

Department of Anthropology (GSAS)