معرفی
Cheng-Ming Chuong is a Professor of Pathology at the University of Southern California (USC), affiliated with the Programs in Biomedical and Biological Sciences. His research focuses on the developmental and regenerative biology of skin appendages, including feathers, hair, and teeth. He explores how stem cells, signaling pathways, and epigenetic mechanisms drive tissue regeneration and patterning. Key areas of study include the molecular basis of feather morphogenesis, hair follicle cycling, and the role of environmental cues in organ regeneration. Dr. Chuong uses avian models extensively, analyzing how regulatory networks control regional specialization and evolutionary adaptations in skin structures. His work bridges basic science and clinical applications, such as improving wound healing and regenerative therapies.
Research Highlights:
- Elucidation of stem cell niches in hair and feather regeneration.
- Investigation of Turing-pattern mechanisms in feather formation.
- Analysis of evolutionary shifts between scales and feathers in birds.
- Development of bioinspired strategies for tissue repair.
Dr. Chuong’s publications span over four decades, with contributions to journals like Cell, Nature, and Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. His lab integrates molecular genetics, systems biology, and engineering approaches to uncover principles of tissue self-organization and regeneration.
