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

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)

Publication Top Notes:

Investigation of epilepsy-related genes in a Drosophila model

<i>ZFHX3</i> variants cause childhood partial epilepsy and infantile spasms with favourable outcomes

Identification of novel pathogenic genes of childhood epileptic encephalopathies

Heterozygous Variants in KCNJ10 Cause Paroxysmal Kinesigenic Dyskinesia Via Haploinsufficiency

The Interaction ofUBR4, LRP1, andOPHN1in Refractory Epilepsy:DrosophilaModel to Investigate the Oligogenic Effect on Epilepsy

Iodine Acetonitrile as a Drinking Water Disinfectant Showed a Potential Toxic Effect on Organism

 

Prof. Shing-Hong Liu | Biomedical Award | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Shing-Hong Liu | Biomedical Award | Best Researcher Award 

Prof. Shing-Hong Liu, Chaoyang University of Technology, Taiwan

Shing-Hong Liu is an esteemed academic and researcher in the field of biomedical engineering and computer science. He obtained his B.S. degree in Electronic Engineering from Feng-Jia University, Taiwan, in 1990, followed by an M.S. degree in Biomedical Engineering from National Cheng-Kung University in 1992. In 2002, he earned his Ph.D. from the Department of Electrical and Control Engineering at National Chiao-Tung University, Taiwan. Since August 1994, Dr. Liu has been actively involved in academia, initially as a Lecturer in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Yuanpei University, Taiwan. He progressed to become an Associate Professor from 2002 to 2008. Currently, he holds the position of Distinguished Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Information Engineering at Chaoyang University of Technology. Dr. Liu’s research focuses on biomedical signal processing, artificial intelligence applications in mobile health (mHealth), and the design of biomedical instruments. He has been recognized for his contributions, being named one of the World’s Top 2% Scientists in 2020. His research projects have received substantial funding, totaling NT$36,329,914, and he has authored 59 papers in SCI journals.

 

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Education:

  • B.S. in Electronic Engineering
    • Feng-Jia University, Taizhong, Taiwan, R.O.C.
    • Year of Completion: 1990
  • M.S. in Biomedical Engineering
    • National Cheng-Kung University, Tainan, Taiwan, R.O.C.
    • Year of Completion: 1992
  • Ph.D. in Electrical and Control Engineering
    • National Chiao-Tung University, Hsinchu, Taiwan, R.O.C.
    • Year of Completion: 2002

Work Experience:

  • Lecturer
    • Department of Biomedical Engineering, Yuanpei University, Hsinchu, Taiwan, R.O.C.
    • August 1994 – 2002
  • Associate Professor
    • Department of Biomedical Engineering, Yuanpei University, Hsinchu, Taiwan, R.O.C.
    • 2002 – 2008
  • Distinguished Professor
    • Department of Computer Science and Information Engineering, Chaoyang University of Technology, Taiwan, R.O.C.
    • 2020 – Present

Achievements:

Shing-Hong Liu has been recognized as one of the World’s Top 2% Scientists in 2020. His research interests focus on biomedical signal processing, artificial intelligence for mHealth applications, and the design of biomedical instruments. He has successfully led projects with a total budget of NT 36,329,914 and has published 59 papers in SCI journals.

Publication top Notes:

Predicting Gait Parameters of Leg Movement with sEMG and Accelerometer Using CatBoost Machine Learning

Human Activity Recognition Based on Deep Learning and Micro-Doppler Radar Data

Estimation of Gait Parameters for Adults with Surface Electromyogram Based on Machine Learning Models

A Wearable Assistant Device for the Hearing Impaired to Recognize Emergency Vehicle Sirens with Edge Computing

A Wearable Assistant Device for Hearing Impaired to Recognize Emergency Vehicle Sirens with Edge Computing