Current Members

Bio: I received my B.Eng. and M.Eng from the Harbin Institute of Technology. I further obtained my Ph.D. in Professor Wenxin Wang’s group at University College Dublin. I completed my postdoctoral training in Professor Samir Mitrigotri’s group at Harvard University. I joined the faculty in Bioengineering at The University of Texas at Dallas in August 2023. In my free time, I enjoyed building toys for my son, writing grants, and cooking (poorly).

Bio: I received my B.Eng. from Tiangong University and M.Eng from Tianjin University. Then I further obtained my Ph.D. in Prof. Dezhong Zhou’s group at Xi’an Jiaotong University. Now I am mainly engaged in the research of hemostatic biomaterials and gene delivery in Prof. Yongsheng Gao’s group. 

Bio: I obtained my Bachelor’s degree in biomedical engineering from Jinan University, China, and finished my MSc at the National University of Singapore. I was working to design a genetically encoded GTP metabolic biosensor for my MSc capstone project under the supervision of Prof. Thorsten Wohland and Dr. Cathleen Teh. Currently, I am pursuing my PhD in Gao lab to investigate the role of platelet-like materials in hemostasis and other diseases. I am good at Chinese calligraphy and enjoy traveling in my spare time.

Bio: I received my bachelor’s degree in Applied Chemistry from Shandong University and my master’s degree in Chemistry from Tianjin University. I am now a PhD student in Dr. Gao’s lab, focusing on the research of soft biomaterials. Outside the lab, I’m a food enthusiast who loves exploring new dishes!

Bio: I’m Yu-Yi Lin, but you can also call me Jessie. I’m currently pursuing my master’s degree in Biomedical Engineering. Before joining this lab, I worked in a nanogold research lab, where I explored biochip applications and used nanoparticles for experimental validation. Outside of research, I enjoy watching movies, following sports, and listening to music, especially musicals and jazz. I also work as a private tutor and love connecting with students through teaching. 

Hello! I am a junior undergraduate currently pursuing a degree in Biochemistry at UTD. I am currently working with the Gao Lab on biomaterials and their use in hemostasis. Beyond academics and research, I enjoy reading, music, and playing with my cat.

Hello! My name is Sihao and I go by Eric. I am an undergraduate student in the biomedical engineering department, and I’m also on the pre-med track. I enjoy learning different topics related to healthcare and human body, and I plan to go to medical school after I graduate. I love watching movies, and I like playing tennis.

My name is Sai, and I am an undergraduate student studying Neuroscience on the Research track. I love learning about the fields of Neuropharmacology and Neuroplasticity, and plan to pursue Oncology research upon graduation. In my free time, I enjoy playing basketball and watching TV.

As an undergraduate biomedical engineer with a desire to pursue an MD/PhD program, I am particularly interested in the field of regeneration, rejuvenation, and senescence, with a goal to someday achieve biological immortality. I am very adventurous and have a passion for learning new things. In my leisure, namely, I enjoy reading, calisthenics, martial arts, playing chess, cooking, playing piano, and working on some fun personal projects, among many other hobbies. I can’t wait to see what amazing new things we will accomplish together!

Hello! My name is Tiffany, and I’m currently an undergraduate pursuing a B.S in Biomedical Engineering. I’m very excited to gain more research and lab skills, as well as learning more about targeted drug delivery! I hope that the skills I gain in this lab will aid me in industry post-graduation. In my free time, I enjoy crafting, 3D modeling, and going on adventures with my friends and my dog.

Hi! My name is Emma Mihaila and I’m an undergraduate pursuing my B.S. in Biomedical Engineering. After graduation, I am going to graduate school in the EU for Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine. I plan to pursue a career in academia and research. In my free time, I enjoy reading, painting, and traveling.

Hello! My name is Christina Baklenova, and I am currently an undergraduate majoring in Biomedical engineering and minoring in nanoscience and nanotechnology. After graduation, I plan to pursue a PhD in Material Science Engineering, primarily focusing on biological applications of polymers, which led me to join the Gao lab. Some fun facts about me are that I have over 60 plants, I was a gymnastics coach for 6 years, and I grew up in North Carolina! 

Hello! My name is Roshni, and I am currently an undergraduate student in Biomedical Engineering. I joined the Gao Lab due to my interest in hemostatic agents and drug delivery methods. After graduation, I plan to get a Master’s degree in Biomedical Engineering and then go into the industry or R&D. In my free time, I enjoy playing the violin, drawing, reading, and spending time with my family and cat.