Yi Zheng

Dr. Yi Zheng is an Assistant Professor affiliated with Syracuse University's BioInspired Institute. His research focuses on developing stem cell-based in vitro models to study human embryonic development and disease mechanisms. These models aim to elucidate lineage diversification, tissue patterning, and morphogenesis, offering platforms for drug screening and understanding birth defects.

Key research interests include microengineered organoids, single-cell genomics, and mechanobiology. His lab integrates engineering approaches like microfluidics to create controllable developmental platforms. Notable achievements include pioneering studies on embryoid lineage roadmaps and human epiblast modeling.

• Awards: Robert M. Caddell Memorial Award, NSERC Postdoctoral Fellowship, Barbara and Frank Milligan Fellowships.
• Labs: BioInspired Institute at Syracuse University.

Publications span stem cell engineering, developmental biology, and microfluidic diagnostic tools, reflecting interdisciplinary innovation at the intersection of biology and engineering.