Dr. Shuying Sun

Associate Professor

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Biography

Shuying Sun is an Associate Professor in the Solomon H Snyder Department of Neuroscience at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Her research primarily focuses on RNA metabolism dysfunction and its implications in neurodegenerative diseases. The Sun Lab is dedicated to deciphering the molecular pathways that are disrupted by disease-linked mutants of RNA-binding proteins, particularly in conditions such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and frontotemporal dementia (FTD). Her team's work highlights the role of alternative RNA-mediated toxicity and microsatellite repeat instability in the human genome, which may lead to neuronal toxicity by disrupting the homeostasis between proteins and RNA. Through her research, Dr. Sun aims to develop novel therapeutic strategies and biomarkers for advancing treatment options for neurodegenerative diseases.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine • Baltimore, MD

Conducts research on RNA metabolism dysfunction in neurodegenerative diseases.

Requirements for Johns Hopkins University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree Inorganic Chemistry with Lab Organic Chemistry with Lab General Biology with Lab
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • CV
  • Personal statement
  • Three letters of recommendation
Specialization Notes

Department of Pathology - PhD in Pathobiology. GRE is not required.