College of Health Sciences

Major NSF Grant Fuels Breakthrough Health Sciences Research

Dr. Yufeng Zhang Awarded $600,000 to Advance Innovation and Expand Research Opportunities

Thursday, 16 April 2026

The College of Health Sciences is proud to highlight the remarkable achievement of Associate Professor Yufeng Zhang, who has been awarded a $600,000 grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF). This recognition comes after a long review period of nearly two years, displaying both the competitiveness of the process and the strength of Dr. Zhang’s proposal.

The funding decision was recently communicated by an NSF program officer, with the official Notice of Award expected soon. The successful outcome reflects the high merit, innovation, and potential impact of Dr. Zhang’s research.

NSF grants are among the most prestigious and competitive sources of research funding in the United States. Receiving such an award highlights Dr. Zhang’s contributions to advancing knowledge in the health sciences and reinforces the College’s commitment to impactful, high-quality research.

This grant will support ongoing and future research initiatives led by Dr. Zhang, providing new opportunities for discovery, collaboration, and student engagement. The College of Health Sciences celebrates this achievement and looks forward to the continued contributions that will emerge from this work.