Biography :
Chongbei Zhao, originally from Henan Province, China, graduated from Zhengzhou University with an M.D. She earned her Ph.D. in veterinary pathobiology from the University of Missouri-Columbia and followed that with a two-year Science Manager Certification from the University of Kansas. Zhao joined the Stowers Institute in 2012 as a Researcher Coordinator. In 2019, she became Head of Cells, Tissues, and Organoids Center and the next year took over management of Media Preparation. In 2024, Zhao is appointed as Director of Cellular, Tissue and Molecular Biology at the Institute. With years’ experience in cell biology and management, Zhao collaborates with Stowers researchers to develop new technologies by building cross-functional teams and fostering cross-functional projects.