Cheng Zhang

Experienced Senior Research Scientist with a wealth of expertise in molecular and cell biology. Demonstrating a robust skill set, I am proficient in modern molecular and cellular biology techniques such as CRISPR, shRNA, Western blot, flow cytometry, and cellular phenotype interrogation. Additionally, I'm experienced in drug discovery and cancer immunotherapy. As a committed advocate for team growth and continuous learning, I foster a culture of excellence, leveraging superior organizational and analytical skills to thrive in fast-paced environments. With exceptional communication and presentation abilities, I am fluent in both English and Mandarin, ensuring seamless collaboration and dissemination of research findings.

• 2023, Von Hippel Lindau (VHL) tumor suppressor regulates m6A-dependent gene expression involved in renal tumorigenesis, AACR Advances in Kidney Cancer, Austin, USA
• 2018, Nogo-B regulates hyperglycemia induced endothelial dysfunction by modulating mitochondria function, ATVB/PVD 2018 Scientific Sessions, San Francisco, USA
• 2016, Nogo-B controls inflammation by regulating autophagy in macrophage, 4th Annual Temple Translational Science Symposium, Philadelphia, USA

• Published Researcher

Published 26 peer reviewed papers in hing impact journals, cited over 680 times.

• Research Grant Recipient

Successfully secured a research grant of $106,532.00 from the American Heart Association (AHA).

• Young Investigator Award

CAAC-ATVB Metabolic Vascular Disease Symposium, USA, 2018

• Excellent Scholarship

Zhejiang University School of Medicine, China, 2017

• Research Skills

Conduct extensive research in molecular cell biology, with proficiency in both in vitro molecular or cell-based experiments and in vivo mouse-based experiments. Leading to 30+ publications.

• Communication

Strong ability to communicate and showcase complex biological concepts to audient of varying levels of understanding.

• Collaboration

With extensive experience collaborating with numerous colleagues on diverse projects, I bring forth excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail, ensuring the best outcomes are achieved.