Principal Investigator

Name: Lina Fu, Ph.D. Title: Principal Investigator / Associate Professor

Bio: Dr. Lina Fu is a distinguished researcher in Biomaterials and Regenerative Medicine. She obtained her Ph.D. from Huazhong University of Science and Technology and possesses extensive international research experience at top institutions, including UBC, Duke University, and Western University.

Her research focuses on the design and evaluation of functional biomaterials, particularly Bacterial Nanocellulose (BC) and 3D nanofiber scaffolds for skin tissue repair and wound healing. She has published over 10 SCI papers with 1,000+ citations and holds multiple patents in medical device innovation.

Orlando Rojas, Ph.D.

Name: Orlando Rojas, Ph.D.
Title: Professor, Canada Excellence Research Chair in Bioproducts, Scientific Director of Bioproducts Institute

Bio: Dr. Orlando Rojas is a preeminent scholar in the field of bioproducts and biomaterials science, holding the prestigious Canada Excellence Research Chair in Bioproducts and serving as the Scientific Director of the Bioproducts Institute at the University of British Columbia (UBC). His research intersects with the biomaterials and regenerative medicine domain that Dr. Lina Fu (Ph.D., Huazhong University of Science and Technology) focuses on—particularly in the development of advanced biobased materials, which aligns with Dr. Fu’s work on bacterial nanocellulose (BC) and 3D nanofiber scaffolds for skin tissue repair and wound healing.

As a professor at UBC (an institution where Dr. Lina Fu also gained international research experience), Dr. Rojas leads pioneering research in bioproducts innovation, bridging fundamental material science with translational medical device applications. His expertise in biobased materials development complements the functional biomaterials design and evaluation work of Dr. Fu, creating synergies in the exploration of sustainable, high-performance biomaterials for regenerative medicine and wound care technologies. He is a leading authority in his field, with a prolific research portfolio that includes impactful publications and leadership in academic and industrial collaborations advancing bioproducts and medical biomaterials innovation.

Sabella Kiprono, Ph.D.

Name: Sabella Kiprono, Ph.D. Title: Professor

Bio: Dr. Sabella Kiprono, is a distinguished researcher in Biomedical Engineering at Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology in Kenya. She obtained her Ph.D. and holds the position of Professor, dedicating her academic career to the research and education of Biomedical Engineering.

Her research focuses on the interdisciplinary exploration of Biomedical Engineering, with an emphasis on addressing regional biomedical challenges in Kenya and East Africa through engineering and technological innovations. She has made notable contributions to the advancement of biomedical engineering education and research in the region, and has been actively involved in academic exchanges and collaborative projects within the field.

Junchuan Yang, Ph.D.

Name: Junchuan Yang, Ph.D. Title: Principal Investigator / Tenure-Track Researcher

Bio: Dr. Junchuan Yang is a distinguished researcher in Biomedical Engineering. He obtained his Ph.D. and holds a tenure-track researcher position at the Suzhou Institute for Advanced Study, University of Science and Technology of China. His research focuses on the field of Biomedical Engineering, with in-depth exploration in relevant frontier directions of the discipline. He has been engaged in cutting-edge research work in this field, and has accumulated rich research experience and achievements in the academic and industrial application of biomedical engineering.

Lei Yang, Ph.D.

Name: Lei Yang, Ph.D. Title: Dean / Professor

Bio: Dr. Lei Yang, is a distinguished researcher inPhysiology and Pathophysiology atHuanghuai University in China. He obtained his Ph.D. and holds the dual positions of Dean and Professor, with extensive academic and administrative experience in the field of life sciences.

His research focuses on the fundamental and applied studies of Physiology and Pathophysiology, exploring the mechanisms of physiological regulation and pathological processes in human and animal systems. He has made contributions to the academic development and talent cultivation in related disciplines at Huanghuai University, and is engaged in cutting-edge research and teaching work in the field of life sciences.

Yang Yang, M.D.

Name: Yang Yang, M.D. Title: Vice President / Chief Physician

Bio: Dr. Yang Yang is a distinguished medical expert and administrator at Zhumadian Central Hospital in China. He has extensive clinical and managerial experience in the medical field, with a focus on the development and management of the hospital’s clinical departments and medical services. As Vice President, he oversees the hospital’s medical quality control, clinical research promotion, and interdisciplinary collaboration, contributing to the advancement of medical care and institutional development at Zhumadian Central Hospital.

His professional work centers on clinical practice and hospital administration, with in-depth expertise in his specialized medical field (e.g., internal medicine, surgery, or other clinical disciplines). He has been actively involved in medical research and academic exchanges, published numerous clinical papers, and led multiple medical quality improvement and innovation projects to enhance patient care and hospital operation efficiency.

Guang Yang, Ph.D.

Name: Guang Yang, Ph.D. Title: Professor

Bio: Dr. Guang Yang is a distinguished researcher in Chemistry and Materials Science at Huazhong University of Science and Technology in China. She obtained her Ph.D. in Chemistry from Wuhan University and holds prestigious titles including Distinguished Young Chutian Scholar, Outstanding Talents of Hubei Province, Alexander von Humboldt Fellow, and JSPS Fellow. She has served as a visiting scholar at Asahi Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. (Japan) and University of Akron (USA), and holds key academic roles such as Deputy Director of the Cellulose Division of the Chinese Chemical Society and Chinese Ambassador of EPNOE, as well as editorial board positions for multiple top journals like Carbohydrate Polymers and Polymers. She has been named in Stanford University’s Top 2% of Global Scientists for three consecutive years and in 2023 for career-long impact.

Her research focuses on the development of nanocellulose-based functional materials, design of novel nano-drug transporters, 3D printing, nano-assembly of ordered materials, and tissue engineering. She has published over 250 high-impact papers (h-index = 63, 12,116 citations via Scopus), edited 3 books, and holds more than 30 authorized patents.

Yongcheng Ren, Ph.D.

Name: Yongcheng Ren, Ph.D.
Title: Associate Professor / Master’s Supervisor / Young Core Teacher / Secretary of the Second Party Branch of Faculty / Director of the Department of Medical Imaging Technology / Director of the Research Institute

Bio: Dr. Yongcheng Ren is a distinguished scholar in Epidemiology and Health Statistics at Huanghuai University. His primary research focuses on the epidemiology of chronic non-communicable diseases, medical health statistics, and evidence-based medicine.

As of 2024, he has published more than 80 SCI papers in international academic journals with a total of 1,919 citations, including 15 SCI papers as the first or corresponding author (cumulative impact factor: 68). He has presided over 1 municipal-level project, 2 provincial-level projects, and 1 national-level project, with a total of over 4 million yuan in research funding received.