About Me
Peng Zhang joined the Edgar lab at the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ)/University of Heidelberg in 2014 as a senior postdoctoral researcher and moved with the lab to the Huntsman Cancer Institute/University of Utah in 2016. Currently, he serves as a research associate in the Edgar lab and holds the esteemed position of a Susan Cooper Jones Endowed Fellow in Cancer Research.
Peng Zhang's research focuses on utilizing Drosophila midgut and mammalian intestinal organoid models to delve into the mechanisms that govern intestinal stem cell proliferation, gut regeneration, and tumorigenesis. Aside from conducting his research projects, Peng Zhang actively engages in training and mentoring new students (both graduate and undergraduate) as well as technicians in Drosophila genetics and molecular biology. Additionally, Peng Zhang provides valuable support in the preparation of grant funding applications, working closely with Dr. Edgar.