Dr. Zhen Xu

Professor

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Biography

Dr. Zhen Xu is the Li Ka Shing Endowed Professor of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Michigan. His research focuses on developing new ultrasound techniques for the treatment of cancer and cardiovascular and neurological diseases. Dr. Xu and his colleagues invented histotripsy, a mechanical ultrasound ablation technique that is controlled by cavitation. Histotripsy is a non-invasive, non-ionizing, and non-thermal ablation technique that has led to multiple clinical trials and FDA approval for treating liver tumors. His work encompasses basic science, device development, preclinical investigations, and clinical translation. Dr. Xu's efforts are directed towards improving medical treatment through innovative technologies in ultrasound and biomedical imaging.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Michigan

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:84
GRE General
Verbal
Required:155
Verbal Percentile
Required:50
Quantitative
Required:168
Quantitative Percentile
Required:50
Analytical Writing
Required:3.6
Writing Percentile
Required:50
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in engineering, physics, or mathematics Calculus Physics
Application Checklist
  • Rackham Graduate School Application
  • Official Transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science