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Serena Kuang, M.D., Ph.D., is an Associate Professor in the Department of Foundational Medical Studies at Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine (OUWB), where she has been a faculty member since 2014. Her academic home is within the School of Medicine, contributing to foundational medical education with a focus on neuroscience and physiology.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Neuroengineering, Clemson University, Clemson, S.C.
- M.D. in Medicine, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
Dr. Kuang's research interests lie at the intersection of biomedical sciences and medical education. In biomedical sciences, she investigates the development of neuron-based biosensors using microelectrode array platforms, contributing to advancements in neuroengineering and real-time physiological monitoring. In medical education, she explores holistic strategies to optimize a learner's mental state, aiming to enhance cognitive engagement and learning outcomes in medical training.
Her work reflects a strong interdisciplinary approach, bridging engineering, neuroscience, and pedagogy. Although no publications are listed in the provided text, her research directions suggest active engagement in both laboratory-based biosensor development and educational innovation.
Professional Affiliations:
- American Physiological Society (APS)
- International Association of Medical Science Educators (IAMSE)
Dr. Kuang has extensive teaching experience, having instructed pharmacology to third-year medical students in China, Biology 101 at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology and Clemson University, and Medical Physiology to second-year students at the Medical University of the Americas in Saint Kitts and Nevis. She is actively involved in foundational medical education at OUWB and contributes to curriculum development and student mentorship, though specific advisees are not listed. She has no indicated grants in the provided text but her research areas suggest potential for external funding in neuroengineering and educational technology.
She maintains an office in O’Dowd Hall and is accessible via phone and email, reflecting her active and integrated role within the institution.
