Scholarship: Fully-funded
Degree: Bachelor, Master
Nationality: International Students
Location: Guang Zhou
Application deadlines: Open
Scholarship Description:
Dr. Tao Li is the academic leader of this research group, with a rich and distinguished academic background. She laid a solid professional foundation during her undergraduate studies at the School of Life Sciences, Wuhan University. During her PhD at the prestigious Beijing Institute of Life Sciences/Tsinghua University Biomedical Research Institute, she focused on protein quantitative mass spectrometry and aging, establishing a strong foundation for her future research. Subsequently, Dr. Tao Li conducted research in neurodevelopmental biology at Stanford University, further advancing her expertise in an international academic environment.
Currently, Dr. Tao Li serves as an Assistant Professor in the Life Sciences and Biomedical Engineering Division at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (Guangzhou). Her research focuses on neurobiology and aging biology, with significant achievements in the field. She has published over 10 papers in internationally renowned journals such as Developmental Cell, Nature Communication, Current Biology, and eLife, garnering considerable attention within the industry.
Available Subjects:
- Molecular Mechanisms of Neuronal Morphogenesis: Investigating the molecular regulatory mechanisms underlying the development of complex neuronal morphology, providing critical theoretical insights into nervous system development.
- Regulation of Synapse Formation and Maintenance: Deciphering the precise mechanisms of synapse formation between neurons and their maintenance throughout life, essential for understanding neural signal transmission and nervous system homeostasis.
- Molecular Mechanisms of Neuropeptide Secretion: Studying the entire process of neuropeptide synthesis and secretion to reveal the molecular mechanisms, crucial for understanding neural regulation and related disease pathogenesis.
- Mechanisms of Aging and Neurodegenerative Diseases: Exploring the changes in neural cells during aging and how these changes lead to neurodegenerative diseases, offering theoretical support for developing new therapeutic strategies.
Eligibility criteria:
- Academic Background: Applicants should hold or be about to obtain a bachelor’s degree or higher in biology or a related field.
- Language Proficiency: Strong communication skills in both Chinese and English are required, with a TOEFL score of 80+ or an IELTS score of 6.5+ (with no sub-score below 5.5). Applicants who have not yet achieved these scores but are committed to meeting the standards before enrollment are also encouraged to apply
Application Procedure:
We warmly invite outstanding undergraduate and master’s students with backgrounds in biology and related fields to apply to join our research team. If you are interested in our research direction and wish to apply, please send your application or inquiry email to [email protected]. Be sure to use the subject line: “phd-application-name.” To help us better understand your academic background and skills, please attach a detailed CV.
The university places great importance on talent development, offering an excellent monthly stipend of 15,000 HKD for outstanding PhD students to support their research. Upon graduation, students will receive a diploma from Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, enhancing their academic credentials.
