Dr. Xiaochang Zhang

Biography

Xiaochang Zhang is an Associate Professor in the Department of Human Genetics at the University of Chicago. His research focuses on understanding the mechanisms underlying brain development disorders and the role of alternative RNA splicing in these conditions. Dr. Zhang's work aims to elucidate the genetic factors contributing to neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism and epilepsy. He employs single-cell approaches, animal models, and functional genomics to study cell type specification and gene regulation during brain development. His notable studies include examining the roles of transcription regulators and investigating the implications of RNA-binding proteins in neurological contexts. Dr. Zhang received his PhD in Developmental Genetics from Fudan University and completed postdoctoral training at Boston Children's Hospital and Harvard Medical School. He is dedicated to providing insights into the cellular and molecular underpinnings of disorders affecting human brain development.

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