معرفی
David Ng, PhD serves as Director of Genetic Access Tools and Associate Research Scientist at Columbia University's Zuckerman Institute. His work bridges molecular genetics and neuroscience through the development of precision tools for brain circuit investigation.
Research focuses on neural circuit mapping and genetic access tool development, with emphasis on sensory-motor reflex assembly, synaptic organization, and disease-related pathways. His methodologies enable selective manipulation of specific brain cell types based on genetic identity.
Key publications reveal expertise in:
- Spinal sensory-motor circuit organization (2019-2020)
- NMDA receptor regulation in schizophrenia (2011)
- Retinal cell development mechanisms (2015)
- Synaptic plasticity proteins (2009)
Scientific recognition includes:
- Charles Epstein Trainee Research Award (Post-doctoral, 2007)
- Charles Epstein Trainee Research Award (Pre-doctoral, 2002)
As Director of Custom Genetic Access Services, Ng leads a platform providing researchers with one-of-a-kind molecular tools for brain cell manipulation. The lab collaborates across Columbia's neuroscience ecosystem through advanced instrumentation, cellular imaging, and virology platforms, with recent work including pandemic-related diagnostic development.
