CHENG, Wan Kiu Winkey

wkwcheng4-c@my.cityu.edu.hk

https://thepurplishice.github.io/winkeylab

Kowloon, Hong Kong SAR, HK

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Summary

Year 1 Biomedical Engineering undergraduate with a minor in Neuroscience at City University of Hong Kong. Researching memory formation, synaptic plasticity, and neurodegenerative diseases through biological and artificial neural network approaches. Actively seeking research opportunities in Hong Kong.

Education

B.Eng. in Biomedical Engineering (Minor in Neuroscience)

2029-06-30

City University of Hong Kong

GPA: 3.0

Courses: Computational Neuroscience, Neural Networks and Deep Learning, Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience, Biomedical Signal Processing, Biostatistics and Data Analysis

Work Experience

Undergraduate Research Assistant

2025-09-01 -
Department of Neuroscience, City University of Hong Kong

Conducting research with Professor Qihong Lu on applying artificial neural networks to enhance early diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease
- Developing computational models of memory formation and consolidation using deep learning approaches
- Conducting data analysis on neuroimaging and behavioral datasets using Python and R
- Investigating neural network mechanisms as computational models for understanding learning and memory
Administrative Assistant (Part-time)

2025-05-01 -
HOPE Biochemistry Technology Co. Limited

Supporting business operations and administrative functions for a biochemistry-focused organization in Yuen Long District, Hong Kong
- Managing documentation and coordination of research-related administrative tasks
- Gaining exposure to Traditional Chinese Medicine and Chinese Herbal Medicine applications in biotechnology
- Supporting organizational operations in a healthcare-adjacent industry

Skills

Programming & Data Analysis

Python (proficient)
R (intermediate)
Data visualization
Statistical modeling
Machine learning implementation

Research Methods

Computational modeling
Quantitative data analysis
Cellular signaling pathway analysis
Neuroimaging analysis
Microscopy image analysis

Bioinformatics Tools

Biopython
Galaxy
CellProfiler
MATLAB (foundational)

Leadership & Collaboration

Team coordination
Project management
Cross-cultural collaboration
Mentoring
Organizational leadership

Cross-Disciplinary Knowledge

Traditional Chinese Medicine
Chinese Herbal Medicine
Pharmacology
Integrative healthcare approaches

Languages

English

Fluent
Cantonese

Native
Mandarin Chinese

Fluent

Interests

Neuroscience

Neurodegenerative diseases (Alzheimer's disease), Memory formation and consolidation, Synaptic plasticity, Circadian rhythm and neurological function
Computational Biology

Artificial neural networks, Machine learning in neuroimaging, Computational modeling of brain function, Bioinformatics
Pharmacology

Drug development for neurodegeneration, MT2 receptor-targeted medications, Traditional and integrative medicine
Music

Chinese Orchestra, Musical instruments, Cultural arts

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