Dr. Ying Gu

Professor

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Biography

Ying Gu is a Professor in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at the Institute of Energy and the Environment. Her research focuses on cellulose biosynthesis in plants, specifically the identification and characterization of novel components within cellulose synthase complexes. This research aims to increase the efficiency of biomass-based energy production. Throughout her career, Dr. Gu has contributed to important discoveries related to the mechanisms of cellulose synthesis and the roles of various proteins in plant cell growth.

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Requirements for Pennsylvania State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
GRE General
Prerequisites
Master's degree in related field for PhD Baccalaureate degree from accredited institution
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GRE scores are highly recommended but not strictly required for Applied Linguistics.