Yunfei Zhang

Yunfei Zhang is a Lecturer in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at California State University, Fresno, within the College of Science and Mathematics. Holding a Ph.D. from MIT and academic credentials from the University of Florida and the University of Science and Technology of China, Dr. Zhang's research spans biochemical sensors, nanotechnology, and targeted drug delivery systems.

• Ph.D., Massachusetts Institute of Technology
• M.S., University of Florida
• B.S., University of Science and Technology of China

Research focuses on nanoparticle synthesis, colorimetric sensing, mRNA vaccine development, and aptamer-based diagnostics. Publications demonstrate expertise in Chemical & Engineering News-level applications including defensin peptide engineering and environmental toxin detection. Awards include recognition from the University of Florida (2011) and University of Science and Technology of China (2009).

Contributions to Nature-npj Vaccines and ACS journals indicate active engagement in biomedical nanotechnology and chemical defense research areas. Professional activities include presentations at major conferences like the Harvard Undergraduate Student Research Symposium (2019) and ACS National Meetings (2015).