MSc by Research in Biomedical Sciences (Life Sciences)

Hao Zhang (2012/13)

Undertaking real scientific research within the MSc programme has inspired Hao to pursue a PhD in proteomics/mass spectrometry.

What did you get out of the course?

Hao Zhang

The MSc programme has let me appreciate the real scientific research: I was able to undertake research projects in with PhD students, technicians, and post-docs in prestigious laboratories.

In the Cell Communication theme, I have employed fluorescent microscopy and biochemical analysis (e.g. Western blot) to study neurological diseases; in the Genes & Disease theme, I have seen the frontier of stem cell research.

What are you doing now?

After obtaining the Master's degree, I have decided to undertake a PhD project on proteomics/mass spectrometry back in China.

Where are you hoping to go next?

I will continue pursuing my research career in proteomics. In particular, I am willing to apply mass spectrometry to delineate common diseases.