Qihong Zhao
About Qihong Zhao
Qihong Zhao is a Director and Research Fellow at Bristol-Myers Squibb with 20 years of experience in Biopharma R&D, specializing in drug discovery for autoimmunity and oncology.
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Qihong Zhao holds the position of Director / Research Fellow at Bristol-Myers Squibb, located in Princeton, New Jersey.
Professional Experience in Biopharma R&D
Qihong Zhao has 20 years of experience in Biopharma Research & Development (R&D). His work specializes in drug discovery within the domains of autoimmunity and oncology. Zhao's expertise spans a variety of target classes, including G-Protein Coupled Receptors (GPCR), Nuclear Hormone Receptors (NHR), cytokines, and their receptors.
Clinical Candidates and IND Filings
Throughout his career, Qihong Zhao has led biology and cross-disciplinary teams to deliver six clinical candidates. His efforts have also enabled over 10 Investigational New Drug (IND) filings. Zhao's contributions extend to clinical development, where he has been actively involved in selecting indications and designing and implementing clinical trials.
Academic Collaborations
Qihong Zhao has facilitated collaborations with academic institutions to enhance the biological understanding of diseases. These collaborations have also aimed to elucidate the pharmacologic modes of action of clinical candidates, bridging the gap between academia and industry.
Education and Training
Qihong Zhao has an extensive educational background in medicine and research. He earned an M.D. from Weifang Medical University, an M.S. from Shanghai Medical University, and a Ph.D. in Microbiology & Immunology from the University of Missouri-Columbia. His postdoctoral training was completed in Art Weiss' lab at HHMI, UCSF.
Publications and Patents
Qihong Zhao has co-authored over 40 peer-reviewed publications and holds three patents. His contributions to the scientific community are well-documented in respected journals and intellectual property portfolios.
Awards and Recognition
At Bristol-Myers Squibb, Qihong Zhao has been the recipient of several awards, reflecting his contributions and innovations. These awards include a Biology Leadership Award, a Technology Innovation Award, four Innovation Grant awards, and five Triumph Awards.