Curriculum Vitae

Education

• B.Eng. in Biomedical Engineering (with Minor in Neuroscience)
  • City University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
  • Expected Graduation: June 2029
  • Current GPA: 2.9

Research Experience

• Undergraduate Research Assistant (January 2026 – Present)
  • Department of Neuroscience, City University of Hong Kong
  • Supervisor: Professor Qihong Lu
  • Project: Cross-Cohort Validation of the Anosognosia Crossover Pattern in Subjective Cognitive Decline
  • Validating the anosognosia crossover pattern (self-reported > informant-reported concerns at low severity, reversing at higher severity) across ADNI (n=867), AIBL (n=1,193), and A4 (n=4,447) cohorts
  • Comparing five harmonisation methods; selected demographic-only residualisation as primary (identified circular reasoning in severity-mapped approach)
  • Conducting biomarker stratification (amyloid PET, APOE ε4), floor/ceiling analysis, measurement invariance testing, and longitudinal within-subject gap trajectories
  • Statistical analysis using Wilcoxon signed-rank, Jonckheere-Terpstra, OLS with cluster-robust SE, bootstrap CIs in Python and R
  • Manuscript and supplementary materials prepared; targeting Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease

Work Experience

• Administrative Assistant (May 2025 – Present)
  • HOPE Biochemistry Technology Co. Limited
  • Yuen Long District, Hong Kong SAR (On-site)
  • Supporting business operations and administrative functions for a biochemistry-focused organization
  • Managing documentation and coordination of research-related administrative tasks
  • Gaining exposure to Traditional Chinese Medicine and Chinese Herbal Medicine applications in biotechnology

Skills

Programming & Data Analysis

• Python (proficient) – Data analysis, statistical modeling, neural network implementation
• R (intermediate) – Statistical analysis and visualization

Research Methods

• Computational modeling and machine learning applications
• Quantitative data analysis and statistical inference
• Neuropsychological assessment and cognitive screening
• Neuroimaging and microscopy image analysis

Bioinformatics & Tools

• Biopython – Sequence analysis and biological computation
• Galaxy – Workflow-based bioinformatics platform for genomic analysis
• CellProfiler – Automated image analysis for cellular phenotyping
• Scientific software: MATLAB (foundational knowledge)

Laboratory Skills

• In-progress: Cellular and molecular neuroscience techniques
• Experimental design and data collection methods

Cross-Disciplinary Knowledge

• Traditional Chinese Medicine principles
• Chinese Herbal Medicine applications
• Integrative approaches to healthcare and pharmacology

Leadership & Collaboration

• Team coordination and project management
• Effective communication across diverse groups
• Cross-cultural collaboration and mentoring
• Organizational leadership and event planning

Other Skills

• Data visualization and presentation
• Literature review and scientific writing
• Proficiency in English and Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin)

Publications

Intranasal Delivery of siRNA Medications for Alzheimer’s Disease

CHENG, Wan Kiu Winkey, YANG, Yiqing, & CHOI, Wing Hei. (2025). "Intranasal Delivery of siRNA medications for Alzheimer Disease." Zenodo. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.17702255

The Species Gap Between Animal Testing

CHENG, Wan Kiu Winkey. (2025). "The Species Gap Between Animal Testing." Zenodo. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.17702477

Intranasal Delivery of Insulin Therapeutics for Alzheimer’s Disease

CHENG, Wan Kiu Winkey. (2025). "Intranasal Delivery of Insulin Therapeutics for Alzheimer Disease." Zenodo. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.17591947

A New Era Beyond Animal Testing

CHENG, Wan Kiu Winkey, LAI, Hui Man, PAN, Zixi, & SUEN, Cheuk Nam Anson. (2025). "A New Era Beyond Animal Testing." Zenodo. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.17207753

Talks & Presentations

Talk 1 on Relevant Topic in Your Field

February 01, 2014

Talk at London School of Testing, London, UK

Tutorial 1 on Relevant Topic in Your Field

March 01, 2013

Tutorial at UC-Berkeley Institute for Testing Science, Berkeley, CA, USA

Teaching & Mentoring

Teaching experience 1

Certifications & Professional Development

• Neuroscience Minor - City University of Hong Kong (In Progress)

Service & Leadership

• Student Leader / Head, City University of Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra (Year – Present)
  • Leading and coordinating student musicians in rehearsals and performances
  • Fostering collaboration and teamwork among orchestra members
  • Managing organizational logistics and event planning for concerts and cultural activities
  • Developing leadership skills through mentoring and guiding peers in a creative, team-oriented environment
• Active participation in neuroscience research initiatives at City University of Hong Kong
• Engagement with academic community through seminars and research discussions

Research Interests

• Neurodegenerative diseases (Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis and therapeutics)
• Memory formation and consolidation mechanisms
• Artificial neural networks in clinical applications
• Circadian rhythm and neurological function
• Computational neuroscience and machine learning in neuroimaging
• Pharmacology and integrative medicine approaches

Languages

• English (fluent)
• Chinese/Mandarin (fluent)
• Cantonese (native)

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References available upon request