Assist. Prof. Dr. Jing-Da Qiao | Medicine | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Jing-Da Qiao, Guangzhou Medical University, China

Jingda Qiao is a dedicated biomedical researcher with a multidisciplinary background in pharmaceutical engineering, neuroscience, and biomedical science. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Pharmaceutical Engineering from Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, a Master’s degree in Neuroscience from Zhongshan School of Medicine at Sun Yat-sen University under the supervision of Prof. Huaiyu Gu, and a Ph.D. in Biomedical Science from The Chinese University of Hong Kong, mentored by Professors Wing-Ho Yung and Ya Ke. Jingda’s research focuses on the pathogenesis and treatment of neurodevelopmental disorders, combining genome-wide sequencing with transgenic animal models such as mice and Drosophila to investigate novel disease-related genes. He is also actively engaged in exploring the mechanisms of learning, memory, and neural plasticity using electrophysiology, live imaging, and behavioral analysis. His technical expertise spans electrophysiology, molecular biology, behavioral neuroscience, and analytical chemistry. Recognized for his academic excellence, Jingda has received prestigious honors including the Guangdong Overseas Postdoctoral Fellowship and selection as a Young Talent under Guangzhou’s Senior Ranking Personnel Program.

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🏅 Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award 

Dr. Jingda Qiao is a multidisciplinary biomedical scientist with strong academic foundations and hands-on expertise in neuroscience, biomedical science, and analytical chemistry. With advanced training across prestigious institutions in China and Hong Kong, his work bridges molecular, cellular, and behavioral neuroscience—making him a highly suitable candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

🎓 Education

• 🧪 Bachelor of Engineering
  Major: Pharmaceutical Engineering
  Institution: Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine

• 🧠 Master of Science
  Major: Neuroscience
  Institution: Zhongshan School of Medicine, Sun Yat-sen University
  Supervisor: Prof. Huaiyu Gu

• 🔬 Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
  Major: Biomedical Science
  Institution: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  Supervisors: Prof. Wing-Ho Yung and Prof. Ya Ke

🧪 Research Experience & Skills

• 🔋 Electrophysiology: Patch clamp (whole-cell), brain slice & in vivo LTP

• 🧬 Molecular Biology: PCR, Western blot, ELISA, flow cytometry, paraffin sectioning

• 🧠 Behavioral Studies: Rodent & Drosophila models for seizure, learning, memory

• ⚗️ Analytical Chemistry: GC-MS, HPLC, TOF-MS, UV-Vis, gel filtration, membrane separation

• 🔍 Microscopy: Laser scanning confocal & scanning electron microscopy

💡 Research Interests

1. 🧠 Neurodevelopmental Disorders:

   • Gene identification via trio-based genome-wide sequencing

   • Use of transgenic mice and Drosophila to uncover disease mechanisms

2. 🧠 Learning & Memory Mechanisms:

   • Applying electrophysiology, live imaging, and behavior analysis

   • Investigating synaptic plasticity and neural circuits involved in cognition

🏅 Honors & Awards

• 🌍 Guangdong Overseas Postdoc Program
  (广东省海外青年博士后引进计划)

• 🌟 Guangzhou High-Level Talent – Youth Reserve Talent
  (广州市高层次人才 青年后备人才)

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