Jingwen Shen

Jingwen Shen is a Research Fellow at the Morgridge Institute for Research specializing in Regenerative Biology, with research focused on extracellular matrix dynamics in tissue regeneration and mechanisms of rapid cardiac growth in zebrafish. Her work bridges fundamental biological processes with potential therapeutic applications in regenerative medicine.

Education:

• BA from Northwest A&F University (2012-2016)
• PhD from Peking University (2016-2021)

Research Interests: Dr. Shen's primary investigations center on regenerative mechanisms using zebrafish models, specifically examining how extracellular matrix components govern tissue repair processes and cardiac regeneration. Her interdisciplinary approach integrates developmental biology, biomaterials science, and molecular physiology to uncover principles applicable to human regenerative therapies. This research holds significant promise for advancing treatments in cardiovascular repair and tissue engineering.