Yiu Ming Cheung

The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong

Leptin resistance favors vascular inflammation through hindering PD-L1 expression

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Biography

Mr Cheung is a Ph.D. candidate under the supervision of Dr. Wing Tak Jack Wong in The Chinese University of Hong Kong. After obtaining his bachelor degree, he developed his research interests regarding endothelial dysfunction and tissue inflammation. His current works mainly focus on highlighting (1) how endothelial PD-L1 intrinsically and extrinsically regulates tissue homeostasis; and (2) the therapeutic potential against vasculopathy on basis of PD-L1/PD-1 axis. Besides, he actively engages in exploring new pharmaceutical candidate in alleviating endothelial dysfunction.

 

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