Zhengyang Wang
About Zhengyang Wang
Zhengyang Wang is a Graduate Research Assistant at Vanderbilt University with a background in neuroscience and biology, and experience in research at multiple institutions.
Title at Vanderbilt University
Zhengyang Wang currently serves as a Graduate Research Assistant at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee, United States. His role involves conducting research in the field of neuroscience, where he applies his expertise in various research methodologies and laboratory techniques.
Previous Research Positions
Zhengyang Wang has held several research positions prior to his current role. He worked as a Research Assistant at the Southern University of Science and Technology for 11 months from 2019 to 2020 in Shenzhen, Guangdong, China. Before that, he served as a Graduate Research Assistant at Purdue University from 2018 to 2019.
Education and Degrees
Zhengyang Wang has a strong academic background in neuroscience. He earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from Vanderbilt University, where he studied from 2021. He also holds a Master of Science (MS) in Neuroscience from Wake Forest University Graduate School, obtained between 2016 and 2018. Prior to that, he completed a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Biology/Biological Sciences, General at Nanjing University from 2012 to 2016.
Research Publications and Presentations
Zhengyang Wang has contributed to the field of neuroscience through various research publications and presentations. He published a research paper on the neural mechanisms of memory consolidation in a leading neuroscience journal. Additionally, he has presented his findings on synaptic plasticity at the Society for Neuroscience annual meeting.
Research Collaborations and Grants
Throughout his career, Zhengyang Wang has collaborated with multidisciplinary teams on projects, including investigating the effects of neurodegenerative diseases on cognitive functions. His contributions to the field have been recognized with a grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) for research on brain-computer interfaces.
Mentorship and Training
At Vanderbilt University, Zhengyang Wang has played a key role in mentoring undergraduate students. He has provided guidance in laboratory techniques and research methodologies, contributing to the education and development of future researchers.