Cancer-on-a-chip pioneer Chen Weiqiang returns to China from New York University
Chen Weiqiang, a former tenured professor of mechanical and biomedical engineering at New York University, has joined Nanjing University as a distinguished professor in its school of biomedical engineering. Nanjing University assistant president Jiang Tian highlighted Chen's significant achievements in fields like cellular biomechanics and organ chips, noting his decision to join Nanjing University during his peak academic years.

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AI-generatedChen Weiqiang, a former tenured professor of mechanical and biomedical engineering at New York University, has joined Nanjing University as a distinguished professor in its school of biomedical engineering. Nanjing University assistant president Jiang Tian highlighted Chen's significant achievements in fields like cellular biomechanics and organ chips, noting his decision to join Nanjing University during his peak academic years. This move signifies Chen's return to China to continue his research in cutting-edge biomedical engineering areas.
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3 extractedHe chose to join Nanjing University during his peak academic years and this heartfelt dedication and high level of trust are truly moving.
Professor Chen has long been deeply engaged in top overseas universities, achieving remarkable results in cutting-edge fields such as cellular biomechanics and organ chips.
Chen Weiqiang, formerly a tenured professor at NYU, has joined Nanjing University as a distinguished professor.