My scientific training has exposed me to a wide variety of disciplines of biomedical research, spanning from virology, cell and cancer biology to nanomedicine and imaging. 

Looking forward, my laboratory will carry out research at the interface of cell and cancer biology, nanotechnology and targeted delivery. I aim to expose the trainees to multidisciplinary projects, and help them reach outstanding scientific productivity. 

More importantly, I expect to equip our young scientists with the enthusiasm and the ability to explore new area of research, the courage to step out of the comfort zone, the adaptability in new environments, and the spirit of teamwork and sharing. 

2025-present  Associate Professor, UMN

2018-2025     Assistant Professor, UMN, Twin Cities, MN

2011-2017     Postdoc, Staff Scientist and Research Assistant Professor

Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute, La Jolla, CA

2005-2011    PhD Candidate

Department of Biochemistry, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT

2001-2005    College of Life Science, Peking University, Beijing, China