Ying Zhao
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Dr. Ying Zhao is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of biophotonics, microfluidics, and cellular engineering. Her work centers on developing advanced, label-free techniques for the manipulation and characterization of engineered cells, with a particular focus on optogenetically modified populations. Her most cited study, "Label-free purification and characterization of optogenetically engineered cells using optically-induced dielectrophoresis" (2022, 14 citations), introduces a groundbreaking method that overcomes the limitations of traditional cell purification—such as damage and contamination—by using light-induced forces to sort cells based on their intrinsic electrical properties. This innovation enables high-purity isolation of cells with heterogeneous gene expression, directly benefiting applications in life sciences, regenerative medicine, and biohybrid robotics. By eliminating the need for fluorescent labels or magnetic beads, Dr. Zhao’s approach preserves cell viability and function, setting a new standard for non-invasive cell processing. Her work has been recognized for its potential to accelerate both basic research and clinical translation, establishing her as a rising leader in optofluidic cell engineering.
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