May Ming Zhang
Pharm.D. Student (2016-2022)
Current position: a residency at Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN.
Education
2016-2020
BSc. Student in Pharmacy
University of Connecticut
2018-2022
Pharm.D. Candidate
School of Pharmacy, University of Connecticut
Licensure and Certifications
2018-
Registered Pharmacy Intern, PCI.0009113, State of Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection
2018
Immunization Training for Pharmacists, University of Connecticut School of Pharmacy
2020-
Adult, Child, Infant CPR and AED Training, American Healthcare Academy
Research Experience
2018
Visiting Student Researcher, Lin Lab, University of Connecticut – Avery Point, Groton, CT
2018-2020
Pharm.D. Student Researcher, Zhong Research Lab, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT
2020-2021
Pharm.D. honor research thesis, Zhong Research Lab, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT
Professional Experience
2017-2018
Pharmacy Technician, Quality Care Drug of New London, New London, CT
2017-2019
Career Intern, Center for Career Development, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT
2019-
Pharmacy Intern, William W. Backus Hospital (Hartford Healthcare), Norwich, CT
Leadership Experience
2017-2019
Treasurer, Christian Students on Campus, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT
2019-
Vice President, Christian Students on Campus, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT
2018-2019
Fundraising Committee Member, Student College of Clinical Pharmacy, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT
2019-
Treasurer, Student College of Clinical Pharmacy, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT
2019-
Community Service Chair, Student National Pharmaceutical Association, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT
2019-
Community Service Chair, Student National Pharmaceutical Association, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT
2019-
National Student & Resident Committee Member, American College of Clinical Pharmacy
2019-2020
Ambassador, Pharmacy Ambassador Program, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT
2020-
Ambassador Co-Chair, Pharmacy Ambassador Program, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT
Honors and Awards
2016-
Dean’s List, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT
2016-
Honors Program, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT
2016-
STEM Scholarship, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT
2018-
Babbidge Scholar, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT
2019
Emily Ann Jordan Memorial Scholarship, School of Pharmacy, University of Connecticut
2020
Rho Chi Honor Society, School of Pharmacy, University of Connecticut
2020
Class of 2020 Valedictorian, School of Pharmacy, University of Connecticut
2020
Karl A. and Joan C. Nieforth Scholarship, School of Pharmacy, University of Connecticut
2020
National Clinical Research Challenge Finalist (Team Lead), School of Pharmacy, University of Connecticut
2020
Pharm.D. Honors Program Research Scholarship, School of Pharmacy, University of Connecticut
2020
Margherita Giuliano Scholarship, Connecticut Pharmacists Association
2022
The Outstanding Senior Women Academic Achievement Award from the Women Center of the University of Connecticut
Community Service
2018-2020
STEM Scholar Mentor, Honors Program, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT
2019-
Member, Student Education Assistance Program, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT
2019-2020
Recovery Ally, Trainer, UConn Recovery Community, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT
2020-
Chapter Member, Collegiate Health Service Corps, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT
Poster Presentations
12/2016
University of Connecticut Poster Symposium
Zhang MM. Isolation and analysis of antibiotic-producing Bacillus species
05/2020
University of Connecticut Frontiers Exhibition
Zhang MM, Wang EY, and Vestergaard M. Effects of a clinical pharmacy program on influenza vaccination rates in pregnancy
Research Interests
RNAi drug development, pharmacogenomics, pharmacoepigenomics, precision medicine
Pharm.D. Honor Thesis
The growth and development of siRNA therapeutics
Publications
Zhang MM. Study shows causes of medication errors in pediatric otc cough and cold products. Pharmacy Times, November 6, 2019.
Zhang MM and Latta ME. An elderly anomaly: a realistic integration of ECG, CBC, and PCR in healthcare. National Center for Case Study Teaching in Science. November 13, 2019.
Zhang MM. Understanding ART adherence in transgender people with HIV. Pharmacy Times, December 4, 2019.
Zhang MM. Study finds children with ADHD are less physically active. Pharmacy Times, January 20, 2020.
Zhang MM. Shared decision-making and patient engagement significantly improve long-term COPD outcomes. Pharmacy Times, January 24, 2020
Zhang MM. Increased diabetes risk due to age at onset of obesity and cumulative exposure. Pharmacy Times, January 29, 2020.
Zhang MM. New study shows that e-cigarette use is an independent risk factor for respiratory disease. Pharmacy Times. March 11, 2020.
Zhang MM, Bahal R, Rasmussen TP, Manautou JE, and Zhong XB. The growth of siRNA-based therapeutics: updated clinical studies. Biochemical Pharmacology, 2021, 189:114432. PMID:33513339. PMCID:PMC8187268. DOI: 10.1016/j.bcp.2021.114432.
