Xuefang Zhao
About Xuefang Zhao
Xuefang Zhao is a Research Fellow currently affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital, Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, and Harvard Medical School, where she has focused on genomic structural variants since 2017. She holds a PhD in Biomathematics, Bioinformatics, and Computational Biology from the University of Michigan.
Work at Broad Institute
Xuefang Zhao has been a Research Fellow at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard since 2017. In this role, Zhao focuses on analyzing genomic structural variants, utilizing both pair-end and long-read sequencing data. The Broad Institute is known for its collaborative research environment and cutting-edge genomic studies, providing Zhao with the opportunity to contribute to significant advancements in the field of genomics.
Current Role at Massachusetts General Hospital
Since 2017, Xuefang Zhao has worked as a Postdoctoral Researcher at Massachusetts General Hospital. This position allows Zhao to engage in research related to genomic structural variants in various populations. The hospital is a leading institution in medical research, and Zhao's work contributes to the understanding of genetic factors in health and disease.
Education and Expertise
Xuefang Zhao earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Biomathematics, Bioinformatics, and Computational Biology from the University of Michigan, where they studied from 2012 to 2017. Additionally, Zhao holds a Master of Arts (MA) in Statistics from the same institution. Zhao completed a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Systems Biology at the University of Science and Technology of China from 2008 to 2012. This educational background provides a solid foundation for Zhao's research in genomic data analysis.
Previous Experience in Research
Before joining Massachusetts General Hospital, Xuefang Zhao worked as a Research Assistant at the University of Michigan from 2012 to 2017. This role involved conducting research that contributed to Zhao's expertise in genomic structural variants. Zhao also completed internships at Boston Children's Hospital and AbbVie, gaining experience in the healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors.
Research Focus and Specialization
Xuefang Zhao specializes in interpreting genomic data to detect structural variants. The research focuses on both general and pathogenic populations, aiming to enhance the understanding of genetic variations and their implications in health. Zhao utilizes advanced sequencing techniques to analyze genomic structural variants, contributing to the broader field of genomics.