James Zhang

Researching on cellular and molecular basis of synaptic dysfunction and aberrant behavior in Fragile X syndrome in NYU Klann Lab with Dr. Vaishnavi Shankar.

• Complete chemistry experiments under guidance of Professor Richard Orr to have standardize learning of laboratory requirements and techniques. (General Chemistry1 & 2 required courses)

Assisted in the translation of thesis in botany by Zhaopeng Geng, which was published in the journal “Plant cell, Tissue and organ culture (PCTOC).”https://doi.org/10.1007/s11240-022-02390-6

• In this project, 20 children with suspected autism were observed, recorded, and their behaviors studied in collaboration with the Early Childhood Education Center at Peking University. To investigate the influence of family background on children with autism.

Food and utensil samples were collected from the Peking University cafeteria and tested for E. coli counts by bacterial culture. Some of the dishes were subjected to spectral analysis to measure the presence of pesticide residues.

Assist in organizing and planning activities to care for people living with AIDS. Conducted lectures on AIDS pathology under the guidance of professional doctors at Peking University Hospital. Make people stop being afraid of AIDS.

At the same time, observation and recording of common viruses in the laboratory of Peking University Hospital.