معرفی
Jiang Zhong, PhD, is an Associate Professor in the Microbiology Division of the School of Medicine at Loma Linda University. His research focuses on developing innovative microfluidic single-cell technologies for the molecular characterization of individual mammalian cells, with applications in cancer diagnosis, treatment evaluation, and understanding carcinogenesis.
Research Interests:
- Single-cell transcriptomics and digital reconstruction of carcinogenesis
- Microfluidic platforms for cell isolation and analysis
- Cancer stem cells and tumor heterogeneity
- Molecular mechanisms in leukemia and solid tumors
- Stem cell therapy and immunomodulation in transplantation
- Computational deconvolution of bulk sequencing data
His recent research leverages single-cell RNA sequencing and microfluidics to dissect tumor evolution, identify biomarkers, and improve therapeutic strategies. His work spans basic science to clinical applications, supported by funding from the NSF and NIH. He frequently collaborates across disciplines, integrating engineering, genomics, and clinical oncology.
Scientific Awards:
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Advising and Grants: Dr. Zhong leads a research laboratory focused on single-cell technologies and their clinical translation in oncology. His work is supported by grants from the National Science Foundation (NSF) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH), indicating a strong record of external funding. While specific students are not named, his numerous publications with trainees suggest active mentorship of graduate students and postdoctoral researchers.
Laboratory and Team: His lab develops and applies microfluidic platforms for single-cell analysis, particularly in cancer specimens. He collaborates extensively with physicians and engineers to address clinical challenges in cancer resistance and precision treatment.
