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Futurity - 24-May-2019Triggers lysosomes to degrade harmful substances that collect in ageing cells
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Lab research specialist at University of Michigan.
Scientist with medical training: has over 10 years’ experience in exploring the molecular targets and drug discovery for lysosomal storage diseases, neurodegenerative diseases, and muscular dystrophy; has advanced training and deep expertise in animal biology, cell biology and molecular biology, electrophysiology and small molecule drug screening, working in a matrix environment and leading multifunctional teams; has 30 peer-reviewed publications (including first-authored publications in Cell, Nature Communication, PNAS, PLOS Biology, and etc.); displays exceptional leadership, communication, collaboration and training skills.
Visit website: https://lsa.umich.edu/mcdb/people/research-staff/zhangxi.html
See also: University of Michigan - Public Research university
Details last updated 19-Dec-2019
Triggers lysosomes to degrade harmful substances that collect in ageing cells