What are your primary research and scholarly interests?
My research primarily focuses on developing diagnostic and therapeutic nanomaterials for advanced cancer diagnosis and treatment.
How does this tie into the work you are doing with ND-ACES?
I synthesize new biocompatible and biodegradable polymers that can be formulated into polymeric nanomaterials. These nanomaterials serve as drug delivery nanocarriers to transport therapeutic drug molecules into cancer cells and kill them, which aligns with the goal of ND-ACES in cancer treatment.
Where are you from and where did you pursue your education?
I come from Shandong, China. I got my Ph.D. degree in chemistry from the University of Central Florida.
What excites you about ND EPSCoR?
It provides good opportunities for collaborations between scientists in different research fields and from other research institutes, especially those researching at predominantly undergraduate institutions and tribal community universities.
What motivates you?
If my efforts help people live better one day, it will be my utmost honor.
If you could time travel, where would you go?
Mars.
If you could have coffee / tea with anyone, who would it be?
Elon Musk
What was your first job?
I worked as a research scientist in a life science company once.
What does your very best day include?
The best is still on the way.
What’s your favorite quote?
“I never dreamed about success. I worked for it.” - Estée Lauder
“If you really want to do something, you'll find a way. If you don't, you'll find an excuse.” - Jim Rohn