Jing Feng
About Jing Feng
Jing Feng is a Research Biologist at the National Institutes of Health, where he has worked since 2009. His research focuses on adrenocortical function in sepsis and the pathophysiology of invasive anthrax infections, utilizing various animal models.
Work at National Institutes of Health
Jing Feng has been employed as a Research Biologist at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) since 2009, accumulating over 15 years of experience in this role. Located in Bethesda, MD, Feng's research focuses on various aspects of biological science, particularly in the context of disease models. Prior to this position, Feng worked as an Intramural Research Training Award (IRTA) fellow at NIH from 2006 to 2009, where foundational research skills were developed.
Research Focus and Projects
Feng's research includes significant investigations into adrenocortical function and the effects of corticosteroids in sepsis, utilizing a canine model of pneumonia-induced septic shock. Additionally, Feng has conducted studies on the pathophysiology and treatment of invasive anthrax infections, employing both rodent and canine models. Another notable area of research includes examining the impact of transfused blood storage age on clinical outcomes, again using a canine model.
Education and Expertise
Jing Feng earned a Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from the University of Maryland Baltimore County. This academic program spanned from 2002 to 2007, providing a solid foundation in biochemical principles and molecular biology techniques, which are essential for a career in research biology.
Background
Feng's background includes a transition from an IRTA fellow to a Research Biologist at NIH, reflecting a commitment to advancing knowledge in biological sciences. The experience gained during the IRTA fellowship contributed to the development of research methodologies and an understanding of complex biological systems, which are applied in current research endeavors.