THEME: "Future Directions: Pioneering Mental Health and Well-being Initiatives"
ETPB, NIMH, NIH, USA
Title: Sleep Spindles as Biomarkers: Enhancing TRD Diagnosis and Treatment Approaches
Dr. Shiyong Peng is a Senior Scientist at the Experimental Therapeutics Program Branch (ETPB) within the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) at the NIH. With over 15 years of experience in Neuroscience and Virology, Dr. Peng has established a remarkable reputation in scientific research, contributing to 17 highly cited publications. His expertise spans intricate neural pathways and molecular mechanisms of neurological diseases, using viral technologies to enhance disease understanding. Dr. Peng is also skilled in developing animal disease models, mammalian cell lines, and biophysical assays, driving innovative discoveries. Throughout his career, he has excelled in project management, from initiation to clinical studies, and is committed to ensuring data integrity with cutting-edge technologies. Passionate about advancing science and mentoring the next generation of researchers, his goal is to further contribute to groundbreaking initiatives in Neuroscience and Virology while fostering collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.