About Pei-Ciao: the scientist

I started my scientific journey as a marine scientist but quickly discovered that I have a greater passion for molecular and cellular biology. I have worked in diverse fields, from the molecular evolution of marine organisms to disease modeling in inner ear hair cells derived from stem cells (my postdoctoral research). Over time, I have accumulated broad experiences and a diverse array of skillsets. My current career trajectory is the development of sensory systems, esp. the inner ear, using stem cell-derived organoid systems. Ultimately, I will apply such knowledge to develop robust systems for tissue and cell regeneration.