Shaokuan Zheng

Shaokuan Zheng is an Assistant Professor at the T.H. Chan School of Medicine, UMass Chan Medical School, with a focus on Radiology. His research integrates Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), molecular biology, and nanoparticle technology to advance diagnostic and therapeutic imaging applications.

• PhD in Physical Chemistry from Xiamen University
• MS in Radio Physics, Xiamen University

Zheng’s research spans neurology, genetic mutations in hydrocephalus, nanoparticle applications, and behavioral correlates of disease. His recent publications highlight work on MRI in multiple sclerosis, genetic causes of hydrocephalus, and real-time gene therapy tracking.

Key research domains include:

• Medical Imaging: MRI, functional imaging, and contrast agent development.
• Molecular Biology: Genetic mutations, STAT3-sensors, and cellular mechanisms.
• Neuroscience: Hydrocephalus, atherosclerosis, and brain-behavior interactions.
• Nanotechnology: Polymer nanogels, lipopeptide nanoparticles, and targeted delivery.

His work has been cited in prestigious journals, with collaborations in neurology, oncology, and biomedical engineering. Zheng’s publications emphasize translational studies bridging human and animal models with applications in diagnostics and therapeutics.