Ying Zheng

Ying Zheng is a Professor of Systems Engineering and Neuroscience at the University of Reading, affiliated with the School of Biological Sciences. Her research integrates mathematical modeling of biophysical systems with neuroscientific investigations, particularly focusing on neural excitation/inhibition dynamics and the effects of vitamin B supplementation on brain activity. She also explores plant stress biology, including drought and phosphate stress responses in species like Anoectochilus roxburghii. Her work bridges systems engineering with biological systems, addressing challenges in fault detection, predictive maintenance, and industrial process control.

Dr. Zheng's educational background includes advanced training in systems engineering and neuroscience, though specific degree details are not provided. Her interdisciplinary research spans computational modeling, molecular biology, and control engineering, with notable contributions to polyamine metabolism's role in stress tolerance and fertility-related genetic studies in mice.

• Research Highlights:
  • Local field potential modeling in neural systems
  • Endophyte-mediated plant stress resilience
  • Roll-to-roll manufacturing control systems
  • Machine learning for industrial fault diagnosis

Her publications reflect a dual focus on biological and engineering systems, with recent work emphasizing translational applications such as improving herbal medicine quality and advancing infertility treatment through genetic insights. Collaborations include contributions to language assessment frameworks and fertility policy analysis, showcasing her interdisciplinary reach.