Dr. Zhiwei Gao

Associate Professor

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Biography

Zhiwei Gao is an Associate Professor in Clinical Epidemiology at Memorial University of Newfoundland, having completed his Ph.D. in Epidemiology from the University of Alberta in February 2013, focusing on Genetic Epidemiology. He also holds an M.Sc. in Epidemiology and Biostatistics, and an M.P.H. from Peking Union Medical College, as well as an M.D. from Tianjin Medical University. He has contributed to numerous journal publications, particularly in areas concerning asthma, COPD overlap, and the epidemiological impact of environmental factors on health. His recent work includes analyzing healthcare costs associated with infant feeding modes in Canada, assessing air pollution's effect on childhood asthma, and identifying factors influencing cancer treatment outcomes. Gao plays a pivotal role in clinical research and education, chairing the course MED 6260 on Applied Data Analysis in Epidemiology.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2016-01-01 — Present

Memorial University of Newfoundland • St. John's, NL, Canada

Engaged in research and teaching in Clinical Epidemiology.

Postdoctoral Fellow

2013-05-01 — 2014-10-01

University of Alberta • Edmonton, Canada

Conducted research in Clinical Epidemiology.

Requirements for Memorial University of Newfoundland

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.75
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Total
Required:92
GMAT
Total Score
Required:550
Overall
Required:550
GRE General
Verbal
Required:151
Quantitative
Required:151
Overall
Required:151
Prerequisites
Four-year bachelor's degree Minimum two years of relevant full-time work experience
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Two letters of reference
  • CV/Resume
  • GMAT or GRE score
  • Proof of English proficiency (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Department of Business Administration (MBA program)