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Xiu Peng
Biomechanics
Zhejiang University
Zhejiang
Language: Chinese, English
Biomechanics
Biophysics
Computational Biology
Protein Dynamics
Neurodegenerative Diseases
Cell Membrane Mechanics
Biomolecular Magnetism
Protein Aggregation
Molecular Motors
Nanoparticles
Areas of Focus
- Biomechanics
- Biophysics
- Computational Biology
Work Experience
- 2014-present Associate Professor, Department of Engineering Mechanics, Zhejiang University (Doctoral Supervisor qualification obtained in June 2015)
- 2011-2013 Lecturer, Department of Engineering Mechanics, Zhejiang University (Master's Supervisor qualification obtained in September 2013)
- 2009-2011 Postdoctoral Researcher, Institute of Condensed Matter Physics, Zhejiang University (Cooperative Supervisors: Academician Tang Xiaowei, Researcher Zhou Ruhong)
Academic Background & Achievements
- 2004-2009 PhD in Atomic and Molecular Physics, Shandong University (Joint training with Shanghai Institute of Applied Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences; Supervisors: Researcher Fang Haiping, Professor Dai Ying)
- Published over 50 SCI papers, cited over 4000 times
Publications
- Dynamics and Mechanisms of Protein Molecular Machines (e.g., Rotating Motors), Xiu Peng
- Mechanisms of Protein-Induced Cell Membrane Deformations, Xiu Peng
Awards
- 2015 Zhejiang University 'Qiushi Young Scholar'
- 2012 Advanced Worker of the Institute of Applied Mechanics, Zhejiang University
- 2011 Zhejiang University Excellent Young Teacher Support Plan ('Zijin Plan')
- 2013 Excellent 'Newcomer's Friend', Zhejiang University
- 2015 Excellent Class Director, Zhejiang University
