Steven Z. Chou, PhD
Assistant Professor of Molecular Biology and Biophysics · UConn Health · University of Connecticut
Quick answer: Steven Z. Chou, PhD is Assistant Professor of Molecular Biology and Biophysics at University of Connecticut. Steven Z. Chou, PhD shows an active PhD hiring signal as of 2026-09-11.
⭐ Visiting Scholars or Students: Yes. Please contact Dr. Steven Chou at schou@uchc.edu to discuss the details of your visiting plan and research program.
Postdocs: Yes. Highly motivated candidates are invited to apply for a 3-year postdoc position in our lab (with the potential to extend after the 3rd year). The successful candidate must hold a terminal degree, e.g., Ph.D. or M.D., and is expected t
Research interests
Our research is focused on the structural basis of the following three cellular processes in health, and protein engineering for treating related diseases:
1. Actin-Based Cell Motility
2. Cytokinesis
3. Transmembrane Signaling
Selected publications (since 2023)
[2024] Cryo-EM structures reveal how phosphate release from Arp3 weakens actin filament branches formed by Arp2/3 complex.
[2022] Mechanism of actin filament branch formation by Arp2/3 complex revealed by a high-resolution cryo-EM structureof the branch junction.
Frequently asked questions
Is Steven Z. Chou, PhD hiring PhD students at University of Connecticut?
Yes. As of 2026-09-11, Steven Z. Chou, PhD's faculty page shows a PhD hiring signal: Visiting Scholars or Students: Yes. Please contact Dr. Steven Chou at schou@uchc.edu to discuss the details of your visiting plan and research program.
Postdocs: Yes. Highly motivated candidates are i.
What does Steven Z. Chou, PhD research?
Our research is focused on the structural basis of the following three cellular processes in health, and protein engineering for treating related diseases:
1. Actin-Based Cell Motility
2. Cytokinesis
3. Transmembrane Signaling
Data last updated: 2026-09-11 · Source: phd-match.com faculty database.
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