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
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🧪 Bachelor of Engineering
Major: Pharmaceutical Engineering
Institution: Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine
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🧠 Master of Science
Major: Neuroscience
Institution: Zhongshan School of Medicine, Sun Yat-sen University
Supervisor: Prof. Huaiyu Gu
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🔬 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
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🔋 Electrophysiology: Patch clamp (whole-cell), brain slice & in vivo LTP
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🧬 Molecular Biology: PCR, Western blot, ELISA, flow cytometry, paraffin sectioning
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🧠 Behavioral Studies: Rodent & Drosophila models for seizure, learning, memory
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⚗️ Analytical Chemistry: GC-MS, HPLC, TOF-MS, UV-Vis, gel filtration, membrane separation
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🔍 Microscopy: Laser scanning confocal & scanning electron microscopy
💡 Research Interests
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🧠 Neurodevelopmental Disorders:
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🧠 Learning & Memory Mechanisms:
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Applying electrophysiology, live imaging, and behavior analysis
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Investigating synaptic plasticity and neural circuits involved in cognition
🏅 Honors & Awards
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