Cuilin Zhang
Cuilin Zhang (pronunciation: /ˈkwɪlɪn ˈʒɑːŋ/) is a renowned epidemiologist and biostatistician known for her significant contributions to the field of maternal and child health.
Etymology
The name "Cuilin" is of Chinese origin, with "Cui" meaning "jade" and "lin" meaning "forest". "Zhang" is a common Chinese surname meaning "archer".
Career
Cuilin Zhang is a Senior Investigator in the Division of Intramural Population Health Research at the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD). Her research primarily focuses on the etiology and prevention of gestational diabetes, type 2 diabetes, and related metabolic conditions in women and children.
Research
Zhang's research has significantly contributed to the understanding of the complex relationships between lifestyle factors, genetic susceptibility, and the risk of gestational diabetes and its long-term metabolic consequences. Her work has also shed light on the intergenerational transmission of obesity and diabetes.
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See Also
- Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development
- Maternal and child health
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cuilin Zhang
- Wikipedia's article - Cuilin Zhang
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