Zhe Gao
About Zhe Gao
Zhe Gao is a Sr. Scientist at Boston Scientific with a background in chemistry and extensive experience in nanoparticle development and nanowarming technology.
Title and Current Role
Zhe Gao is a Senior Scientist currently employed at Boston Scientific. He has been with the company since 2021, bringing substantial expertise in scientific research and development to his role.
Previous Positions
Before joining Boston Scientific, Zhe Gao held several key positions in academia. From 2017 to 2021, he was a Researcher at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities. Prior to that, he served as a Postdoctoral Researcher at the same university from 2013 to 2017. He also worked as a Research Assistant at the University of Utah from 2008 to 2013.
Education and Expertise
Zhe Gao completed his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Chemistry at the University of Utah, a program he was part of from 2007 to 2012. Prior to this, he earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Chemistry from Jilin University between 2003 and 2007. His expertise spans various characterization and imaging techniques including IR, UV-vis, Raman, Mass spectrometry, Chromatography, NMR, XRD, SEM, and TEM.
Development of Nanoparticles
One of Zhe Gao's significant contributions to science is his development of nanoparticles designed for the diagnosis of toxins and small molecules. This work has advanced the field of chemical diagnostics and nano-medicine.
Pioneering Nanowarming Technology
Zhe Gao has played a pivotal role in the development of nanowarming technology used for cryopreserved biological samples. This technology aims at the long-term storage of human organs for transplant, potentially revolutionizing organ preservation and transplantation.
Collaboration and Technical Writing
Zhe Gao is skilled in facilitating collaboration among engineers, scientists, surgeons, and industry collaborators. He also brings experience in technical writing, having authored scientific papers, patent disclosures, grant proposals, and NIH annual reports.