Dr. Wang Kun graduated from Southern Medical University, where his research focused on cell biology and regenerative medicine. He previously worked as an assistant professor at the Southern University of Science and Technology and completed postdoctoral training, gaining extensive research experience. Dr. Wang’s work centers on utilizing zebrafish as a model organism to investigate the key regulatory mechanisms of vascular development and their roles in regeneration. He has excelled in multiple research projects and remains dedicated to advancing biomedical science.

Dr. Weimin Feng received her Ph.D. from the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences. Her research focuses on utilizing cutting-edge spatial transcriptomics, single-cell transcriptomics, and chromatin accessibility sequencing technologies to systematically construct multidimensional spatial transcriptomic atlases of axolotldevelopment and regeneration. She is committed to exploring and identifying new cell types, dynamic gene expression patterns, and epigenetic regulatory reprogramming during regeneration, revealing the critical cell populations and molecular mechanisms underlying axolotl development and regeneration.

Dr. Xiaoliang Liu earned his Ph.D. from the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences and subsequently completed postdoctoral research at the University of California, Merced, where he focused on the roles of primary cilia in brain development and how their abnormalities cause disease. In November 2025, he joined Prof. Fei’s research team at Guangdong Provincial People’s Hospital (Guangdong Academy of Medical Sciences), where he now focuses on the development and regeneration of the central nervous system.

Dr. Chao Yi earned his doctoral degree through a joint program between the Chinese Academy of Sciences and ShanghaiTech University. His research investigates the molecular regulatory mechanisms that govern limb and tail regeneration. Outside the laboratory, he enjoys playing tennis, climbing mountains, and spending time on League of Legends.

Dr. Yan Hu is currently a postdoctoral researcher at the Cardiovascular Disease Research Institute, Guangdong Provincial People’s Hospital. She earned her Ph.D. in Science from Inner Mongolia University, with research centered on using the Mexican axolotl model to investigate the cellular and molecular mechanisms of organ regeneration. Her work primarily focuses on the pivotal role of connective tissue cells in limb regeneration and aims to develop gene manipulation systems for studying the regulation of spinal cord regeneration. Through her research, she seeks to contribute new insights to the field of regenerative medicine.

Dr. Sulei Fu obtained his Ph.D. from South China Normal University and is currently a postdoctoral fellow at Guangdong Provincial People's Hospital. His research interest focuses on the cellular and molecular mechanisms of central nervous system development and regeneration.

Dr. Xin Zhou, graduated from the Zhongshan School of Medicine at Sun Yat-sen University. Her research has long focused on the neural mechanisms underlying memory disorders in animals and the immunoregulation following spinal cord injuries. She is skilled in related behavioral modeling and evaluation, possesses extensive experience in neuroimmunology, has published multiple academic papers, and has received support from multiple funds.

Guangcong Peng began his PhD studies in Neurobiology at South China Normal University in 2021. His current research investigates the development and regeneration of pancreatic β cells in the Ambystoma mexicanum.

Dongdong Yao enrolled in South China Normal University in 2022 to pursue a PhD in Neurobiology. After initiating my research project, I joined Professor Fei’s laboratory to meet specific experimental needs. I have now been working and studying here for three years, which has allowed me to deeply integrate into the lab’s efficient and professional research environment. Professor Fei demonstrates outstanding academic expertise and is highly dedicated in his mentorship. He not only oversees the broader direction of the project but also provides clear guidance on specific experimental details. His support has significantly contributed to the advancement of my research, and the laboratory’s comprehensive equipment offers strong backing for the smooth progress of our studies and experiments.
The atmosphere here is excellent. Senior students generously share their experimental techniques, enabling me to adapt quickly and become part of the team. My peers frequently engage in collaborative discussions and mutual learning. Although the weekly group meetings can be demanding, everyone's feedback is precise and directly addresses core issues, helping us refine our research. Conducting scientific research in such an environment, though challenging, brings a great sense of confidence and strong motivation.

Guoxiang Zou is a doctoral student in Clinical Medicine at Southern Medical University, having obtained his undergraduate degree in Clinical Medicine from Nanchang University. His current research focuses on the mechanisms of ischaemic brain injury and regeneration in the Ambystoma mexicanum. By examining the ischaemic tolerance mechanisms of axolotl neurons, he aims to develop protective drugs for treating ischaemic brain injury in mammals.

Yanyun Zeng is a doctoral student at South China University of Technology. Her research focuses on the development and regeneration of the central and peripheral nervous systems.

Hui Ma, who holds a master’s degree from South China Normal University, is currently pursuing a doctorate at Southern Medical University. Her research interests include the evolution, development, and regeneration of organs, with a current focus on pancreatic development and β-cell regeneration in the Ambystoma mexicanum.

Binbin Lu, who earned her master’s degree from South China University of Technology, is currently pursuing a doctorate at Southern Medical University. Her research focuses on the evolution, development, and regeneration of organs, with a primary emphasis on kidney regeneration in Ambystoma mexicanum.

Yaoxin Liu completed his undergraduate studies at Guangdong Medical University and earned his master’s degree from South China University of Technology. He is currently pursuing a PhD at the Guangdong Institute of Cardiovascular Disease, specializing in cardiac regeneration. In his spare time, he enjoys playing basketball and swimming.

Yuanhui Qiu, from Xingning, Guangdong, is a doctoral student specializing in RNA alternative splicing.

Xinxin Liu is a PhD student in Developmental Biology at Southern Medical University. During his master’s studies, he focused on oocyte maturation and early embryonic development. His current research primarily investigates the regulatory mechanisms underlying muscle stem cell plasticity and the proportional growth of appendages in salamanders.

Peirong Lian is a doctoral student in developmental biology at Southern Medical University, specializing in the mechanisms of nervous system injury and regeneration.

Shuaibin Pei is currently pursuing a doctoral degree. During his undergraduate and master’s studies, he concentrated extensively on cell biology, systematically developing core methodologies and experimental skills in research design, molecular biology, and animal experimentation. His research focuses on the mechanisms of regeneration and repair in spinal cord injuries, and he is committed to exploring advanced scientific questions in this area. He demonstrates rigorous scientific thinking, a strong experimental foundation, and effective teamwork skills, and he looks forward to continuing to deepen and innovate in related fields.

Xun'an Fan completed his undergraduate studies in Life Sciences at Hunan Agricultural University and earned his Master's degree in Genetics from Central South University. His research during the Master's program primarily focused on how pioneer factors regulate replication activity during the early embryonic development of model organisms.

Xiwen Yan is a master's student in the Department of Neurology at the Cardiovascular Disease Research Institute, Guangdong Provincial People's Hospital. She earned her bachelor's degree in Clinical Medicine from the Air Force Military Medical University. Her current research focuses on nerve regeneration, particularly on developing a vascular injury regeneration model in axolotls and investigating its underlying mechanisms. She is committed to exploring the roles and mechanisms of vascular regeneration in nervous system repair.

Wanqi Guan is a master’s student whose research explores the regulation of cell fate in spinal cord regeneration. She primarily utilizes techniques such as genetic lineage tracing, multiplex immunofluorescence, and single-cell sequencing to study the fate determination and reprogramming of neural precursor cells during the regeneration process.

Jiarong Li earned her bachelor's degree from Guangdong Medical University and is currently pursuing a master's degree at South China University of Technology, where her research focuses on limb regeneration in Ambystoma mexicanum.

Tongtong Ke earned her bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology from Hubei University and is currently pursuing a graduate degree in Developmental Biology at Southern Medical University. Her research focuses on pancreatic development and regeneration, aiming to offer new insights into the treatment of related diseases.

Xuefei Yu earned her undergraduate degree in Biological Science from Hunan Normal University and is currently pursuing a Master's in Basic Medicine at South China University of Technology. Her research primarily focuses on gene delivery via viral infection in salamanders and its effects on limb regeneration. She aims to efficiently infect specific salamander cells using AAV, enabling their labeling and regulation while examining the patterns of AAV expression throughout the salamander body.

Zhikai Xiao is a postgraduate student in the clinical pharmacy program at Guangdong Pharmaceutical University, class of 2024, and holds a bachelor's degree in pharmacy from Shaoyang University. His current research focuses on the efficacy and mechanisms of novel drugs in Alzheimer’s disease model mice. He primarily investigates the regulatory effects of candidate compounds on Aβ clearance and tau protein phosphorylation, as well as their protective roles in neuroinflammation (indicated by Iba-1/GFAP) and synaptic function.

Yiqian Wang, from Tonghua, Jilin, is a master’s student in Basic Medicine at South China University of Technology, focusing on the regenerative development of the salamander spinal cord.

Siqi Huang graduated from Guangdong University of Foreign Studies with a degree in Administrative Management. She is mainly responsible for the laboratory’s daily administrative tasks and operational coordination, including material procurement, budget management, and financial affairs, while also supporting administrative procedures for research project applications. In addition, she contributes to foundational research work related to organ development and regeneration. With a rigorous and responsible attitude, she is dedicated to building a reliable and efficient administrative support system for the team’s research activities.

Guoqing Liu, a native of Heze, Shandong Province, graduated from Binzhou Medical University. His research focuses on the growth and regeneration capabilities of salamanders. These animals possess extraordinary regenerative abilities, capable of regrowing various tissues and organs—including limbs, tails, hearts, spinal cords, and even parts of their brains—without forming scars. This feature makes them an ideal model for studying wound healing and regenerative medicine. Our laboratory is devoted to uncovering the molecular mechanisms, cellular processes, and regulatory networks underlying their regeneration, with the goal of providing insights for developing novel treatments for humans.

Zhenyao Wu is pursuing a degree in Agricultural Biotechnology at Guangdong Eco-Engineering Vocational College. His current research focuses on the artificial breeding of salamanders, with particular attention to the effects of water quality management and environmental simulation on their growth and reproduction. He is committed to refining breeding techniques and enhancing survival rates. Zhenyao looks forward to sharing experiences with like-minded peers and further deepening his expertise in amphibian breeding.

Shulin Li joined the laboratory in 2023 and currently serves as a research assistant to postdoctoral fellow Hu Yan, focusing on neuroscience with an emphasis on spinal cord regeneration. She is skilled in slice staining and imaging techniques and has a strong grasp of the research framework related to the Hippo-YAP/TAZ signalling pathway. Li works diligently and efficiently, excels in executing experimental protocols and integrating academic resources, and demonstrates strong teamwork and problem-solving abilities. She is dedicated to providing precise technical support to advance research projects.

Youfeng Hou, a native of Zhaoqing City in Guangdong Province, graduated in 2024 from Guangdong Vocational College of Ecological Engineering. He is currently working as a research assistant in the Pathology Department of Guangdong Provincial People's Hospital, mainly focusing on developing new axolotl strains and studying the molecular mechanisms of salamander embryos.