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Rongmei Zhang
Life Science
Fudan University
Shanghai
Language: Chinese, English
Gene Localization
Polygenic Systems
Complex Traits
High-Precision
High-Resolution
Genetic Linkage Maps
Homologous Tetraploids
Molecular Analysis
Agronomic Traits
Quality Traits
Areas of Focus
- High-precision and high-resolution localization of major genes in polygenic systems of complex traits
- Construction of genetic linkage maps in homologous tetraploids
- Molecular analysis of important agronomic and quality traits in homologous tetraploid potatoes
Work Experience
- 2004-present: Lecturer/Associate Professor, Fudan University
Academic Background & Achievements
- 1992-1997: Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Fudan University
- 2002: Ph.D. in Genetics, Fudan University
- 2003: Postdoctoral Research, University of Birmingham
Publications
- Efficiency of triple test cross for detecting epistasis with marker information, Zhu C, Zhang R, 2007
- Theoretical basis for genetic linkage analysis in autotetraploid species, Luo ZW, Zhang RM, Kearsey MJ, 2004
- Male fertility is compatible with an Arg(840)Cys substitution in the AR in a large Chinese family affected with divergent phenotypes of AR insensitivity syndrome, Chu J, Zhang R, Zhao Z, Zou W, Han Y, Qi Q, Zhang H, Wang JC, Tao S, Liu X, Luo Z, 2002
Awards
- 2004: The First Prize for Shanghai Scientific (Technological) Progress (second place)
- 2008: Sponsored by Shanghai Rising-Star Program
