Zhen Zhan

Southern University of Science and Technology

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Dr. Zhen Zhan is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of robotics and cellular analysis, whose work is redefining how we observe the hidden biochemical world within single cells. Her primary research areas include robotic intracellular sensing, nanopipette technology, and single-cell electrochemistry. Dr. Zhan’s most significant contribution is the development of a robotic system for intracellular electrochemical sensing in adherent cells, a breakthrough that automates the delicate process of inserting a nanopipette into a living cell to monitor its chemical activity. This innovation, detailed in her highly cited 2022 paper (43 citations), overcomes the limitations of manual operation, which requires exceptional skill and often damages cells. By enabling high-throughput, precise, and reproducible measurements, her work provides a powerful tool for investigating disease progression, cellular heterogeneity, and early diagnosis. Dr. Zhan’s research is not just a technical feat; it is a foundational step toward fully automated, robotic platforms that can unlock the secrets of cellular behavior, promising to accelerate discoveries in biology and medicine.