Ziyu(Zoe) Liu
Chapel Hill
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
Duke University, Truskey Lab
Durham
08.2025 - Current
- Cord blood-derived endothelial progenitor cell (CBEPC) processing
- Developed myobundle structures using advanced fabrication techniques to support vascular research.
- Collaborated with other researchers in developing study designs, methods, and tools for data collection.
- Cell culturing for different stages
- Operated embedding machines to ensure precise sample processing.
- Stained histological slides using various techniques and reagents.
- Maintained laboratory equipment and ensured proper functionality for research activities.
- Collected and organized experimental data for analysis and reporting, enhancing research accuracy.
- Presented research updates during weekly lab meetings, promoting collaborative discussions and project alignment.
Senior Design Team Member
Koninklijke Philips
San Diego
03.2024 - Current
- Utilized MATLAB and LabVIEW for data analysis, enhancing project outcomes through data-driven insights.
- Assisted in development of automated test systems with LabVIEW and MATLAB, improving testing accuracy and efficiency.
- Developed user interfaces using graphical tools such as LabVIEW and Qt Creator.
- Designed hemodynamic devices for evaluating catheters.
- Provided insights for project proposals based on scientific evidence from literature reviews, strengthening proposal validity.
- Coordinated interview opportunities between the design team and stakeholders.
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Kistler & Schoenbein Lab
San Diego
09.2023 - Current
- Analyzed experimental data using Microsoft Excel to support research findings.
- Collected and interpreted data using statistical software to draw meaningful conclusions.
- Contributed actively to research projects under the mentorship of experienced faculty.
- Developed research skills to manage independent projects effectively.
- Managed animal handling, monitoring, and observational studies.
- Assisted in the administration of hazardous substances in research settings.
- Conducted intravascular surgeries, including catheter insertions, in animal models.
- Performed humane euthanasia procedures on laboratory animals, ensuring compliance with ethical standards.
- Performed histological analysis of tissue samples.
- Evaluated test results and identified the need for retesting.
UC San Diego Student Mentor
UC San Diego Mentor Collective
San Diego
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Conducted one-on-one meetings with students to address challenges, supporting their academic and personal growth.
- Mentored students on academic, social, and personal issues, fostering their overall development.
- Monitored student progress and guided improvement of study habits, enhancing academic performance.
- Assisted in the development of individual learning plans for each student based on their needs and goals.
- Maintained accurate records of student interactions and reported any concerns or incidents to appropriate staff members.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Bioengineering
University of California
San Diego, CA06-2025
Master of Science - Biomedical Engineering
Duke University
Durham, NC04-2026
Skills
- Animal handling techniques
- Animal anesthesia
- Euthanasia procedures
- Tissue collection methods
- Laboratory safety procedures
- Cell culturing techniques
- Histology techniques
- Biomaterials research
- Experimental design
- Data analysis techniques
- ImageJ analysis
- LabVIEW programming
- MATLAB programming
- Python scripting
- Technical drawing
- SolidWorks modeling
Timeline
Research Assistant
Duke University, Truskey Lab
08.2025 - Current
Senior Design Team Member
Koninklijke Philips
03.2024 - Current
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Kistler & Schoenbein Lab
09.2023 - Current
UC San Diego Student Mentor
UC San Diego Mentor Collective
09.2022 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Bioengineering
University of California
Master of Science - Biomedical Engineering
Duke University