Ran Zhang
About Ran Zhang
Ran Zhang is a Senior Optical Device Engineer at Metalenz in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with a strong academic background in materials science and applied chemistry from institutions including Sun Yat-Sen University and Boston University.
Work at Metalenz
Ran Zhang has been employed at Metalenz as a Senior Optical Device Engineer since 2018. In this role, he contributes to the development of advanced optical devices, leveraging his expertise in materials science and engineering. Metalenz is known for its innovative work in the field of optics, particularly in the design and fabrication of optical components.
Education and Expertise
Ran Zhang holds a Bachelor of Science in Applied Chemistry from Sun Yat-Sen University. He furthered his education at Northwestern University, where he earned a Master of Science in Materials Science. Additionally, he studied at Boston University, focusing on Nanomaterials for Biosensing, and achieved a degree in Materials Science and Engineering. This educational background provides him with a strong foundation in both chemistry and materials science.
Background
Ran Zhang began his academic journey at Sun Yat-Sen University, where he completed his undergraduate studies. He then pursued advanced degrees at Northwestern University and Boston University, where he specialized in materials science and nanomaterials. Prior to his current position, he worked as a PhD candidate at Boston University and as an Optical Research Engineer at OSRAM.
Previous Experience
Before joining Metalenz, Ran Zhang worked as a PhD Candidate at Boston University from 2013 to 2018. His research during this period contributed to advancements in materials science. He also gained experience as an Optical Research Engineer at OSRAM for six months in 2018, where he focused on optical research and development.