Weiqiang Liu

Weiqiang Liu is a Research Fellow in the Department of Neurology at Yale School of Medicine, Yale University. His research focuses on evolutionary genomics, molecular mechanisms of longevity, and host-pathogen interactions. He has contributed to studies on genomic adaptations in primates, aging processes in yeast, and viral susceptibility across mammals.

Key research areas include comparative genomics of long-lived species, epigenetic adaptations to environmental stress, and identification of genetic factors influencing lifespan. His work bridges molecular biology with evolutionary perspectives, addressing questions about disease susceptibility and cellular aging mechanisms.

Recent studies have explored microbiota-immune interactions under climate change, comparative susceptibility of coronaviruses in mammals, and genomic analysis of cancer resistance mechanisms in elephants. These investigations highlight interdisciplinary approaches combining genomics, immunology, and computational biology.