刘志强

PhD Candidate in Pathology and Pathophysiology | Neurodegeneration Researcher
Wuhan, CN.

About

Highly accomplished PhD candidate at Huazhong University of Science and Technology, specializing in epigenetics and neurodegeneration with a focus on Alzheimer's disease and PTSD. Leverages expertise in next-generation and single-cell sequencing, alongside robust R/Python bioinformatics, to uncover critical regulatory mechanisms of non-coding RNA and histone modifications. A prolific researcher with 12 co-first authored publications in prestigious journals like Nature Neuroscience and Science Advances, poised to drive innovation in biomedical research.

Work

Huazhong University of Science and Technology
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Doctoral Researcher (PhD Candidate)

Wuhan, Hubei, China

Summary

Leading cutting-edge research in epigenetics and neurodegeneration, focusing on mechanisms of Alzheimer's disease and PTSD through advanced sequencing and bioinformatics analyses.

Highlights

Pioneered research exploring the epigenetic mechanisms in Alzheimer's disease and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), specifically investigating the regulatory roles of non-coding RNA and histone modifications on nervous system function and pathology.

Mastered Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) and single-cell sequencing technologies, performing robust R/Python-based bioinformatics analyses to derive critical insights from complex genomic data.

Authored 12 high-impact publications as a co-first author, including prominent works in Nature Neuroscience (IF: 20.0) and Science Advances (IF: 12.5), significantly advancing the understanding of neurodegeneration.

Actively participated in multiple National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC) key and general projects, contributing to significant national research initiatives.

Developed and executed comprehensive molecular, cellular, and animal experimental protocols, demonstrating strong practical research capabilities and ensuring rigorous scientific outcomes.

Education

Huazhong University of Science and Technology
Wuhan, Hubei, China

Doctor of Medicine (MD)

Pathology and Pathophysiology

Huazhong University of Science and Technology
Wuhan, Hubei, China

Master of Science (MS)

Genetics, Pathology, and Pathophysiology

Huazhong University of Science and Technology
Wuhan, Hubei, China

Bachelor of Science (BS)

Medical Science Experimental Class

Awards

National Scholarship

Awarded By

Huazhong University of Science and Technology

Awarded for outstanding academic achievement and research contributions.

Excellent Student Award (三好学生)

Awarded By

Huazhong University of Science and Technology

Recognized for exemplary performance in academics, morality, and physical fitness.

Zhixing Third-Class Scholarship

Awarded By

Huazhong University of Science and Technology

Awarded for commendable academic performance and active participation in university life.

Excellent Student Award (三好学生)

Awarded By

Huazhong University of Science and Technology

Recognized for exemplary performance in academics, morality, and physical fitness.

Publications

Spinal cord Tau pathology induces tactile deficits and cognitive impairment via dysregulation of CCK neurons in Alzheimer's disease.

Published by

Nature Neuroscience

Summary

Co-first author; Impact Factor: 20.0. Investigated the role of spinal cord Tau pathology in tactile deficits and cognitive impairment in Alzheimer's disease via CCK neuron dysregulation.

Brain Somatic Mutations in Alzheimer's Disease: Linking Genetic Mosaicism to Neurodegeneration.

Published by

Molecular Neurodegeneration

Summary

Co-first author; Impact Factor: 17.5. Explored the connection between brain somatic mutations and neurodegeneration in Alzheimer's disease, highlighting genetic mosaicism.

Cpeb1 remodels cell type-specific translational program to promote fear extinction.

Published by

Science Advances

Summary

Co-first author; Impact Factor: 12.5. Demonstrated how Cpeb1 remodels cell type-specific translational programs to facilitate fear extinction mechanisms.

Revisiting the critical roles of reactive astrocytes in neurodegeneration.

Published by

Molecular Psychiatry

Summary

Co-first author; Impact Factor: 10.1. Re-evaluated the significant contributions of reactive astrocytes to the progression of neurodegeneration.

Languages

Chinese
English

Skills

Research Expertise

Neuroscience, Neurodegeneration, Alzheimer's Disease, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Epigenetics, Non-coding RNA, Histone Modification, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Animal Models.

Sequencing & Bioinformatics

Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS), Single-Cell Sequencing, Bioinformatics Analysis, R, Python, Bash, Data Analysis.

Academic & Professional

Scientific Writing, Peer Review (Advanced Science), Academic Committee Membership (CGM North America), Grant Writing Support, Project Management.