Discipline Overview

Guided by the "Four Orientations" (national strategic needs, scientific frontiers, public health, and major challenges), our discipline focuses on three priority areas:

1. Brain Science & Pathogenesis of Neuropsychiatric Disorders

2. Fundamental and Applied Stem Cell Research

3. Genetic Regulation and Clinical Translation of Developmental Diseases

Strategic Approach

· Discipline Development as the driving force

· Talent Cultivation as the cornerstone

· Establishing scientifically structured academic echelons

· Building nationally leading research platforms

· Pioneering globally significant breakthroughs

· Nurturing outstanding innovators

Vision: To position SEU Life Sciences among China's first-tier disciplines through excellence in education, research, and societal impact.

Research Frontiers

Core Methodologies

· Integrating neuroinformation engineering

· Leveraging brain organoids technology

· Employing computational modeling

Key Investigations

· Deciphering organ development mechanisms

· Elucidating neural disorder pathways (with emphasis on Autism Spectrum Disorders)

· Unraveling stem cell differentiation dynamics

Translational Framework

· Applying multi-omics profiling

· Utilizing bioinformatics analytics

· Advancing medical image processing

· Developing:

Precision gene editing systems

Cellular reprogramming protocols

Organoid-based drug screening platforms

Mission: To enhance diagnosisand treatment for critical developmental disorders and accelerate translationinto public healthbenefits.

Academic Programs

Undergraduate Programs

Master's Programs

Doctoral Programs

Postdoctoral Opportunities

Postdoctoral Program in Life Sciences

The School welcomes applications from qualified candidates in biology or related fields. Prospective postdocs should contact potential faculty advisors to discuss research alignment and position availability.