XingYu Zhu

Background

Dedicated and professional with a solid background in plant biology and genetics, complemented by extensive experience in bioinformatics and mathematical simulation projects . Skilled in leveraging data science techniques to extract meaningful insights from biological data sets. Proven ability to adapt quickly to new challenges and collaborate effectively in interdisciplinary environments.

Career Objective

Currently seeking opportunities in data science within the field of bioinformatics, with a keen interest in applying AI-driven approaches to pharmaceutical and medical research. Possesses a strong ambition to contribute to the integration of AI and data science in bioinformatics, driving innovation and advancements in healthcare.

• Developed and maintained a comprehensive database of S-haplotype genes using HTML, ensuring accurate and accessible information for research purposes.
• Leveraged Python programming skills to conduct mathematical simulations analyzing cell movement dynamics.
• Proficiently utilized supercomputing resources to accelerate data processing and analysis tasks, enhancing efficiency and scalability for complex computational projects.
• Developed a comprehensive analysis pipeline for next-generation sequencing (NGS) data analysis from the ground up.

Publication

• M. Yamamoto, T. Ishii, M. Ogura, T. Akanuma, X.Y. Zhu, H. Kitashiba. (2023). "S haplotype collection in Brassicaceae crops-an updated list of S haplotypes." Breeding Science, 73(2):132-145.

Publication under review

• X.Y. Zhu, A.N. Tian, M. Yamamoto, and H. Kitashiba. "A significant correlation between ABA-induced seed-germination delay and salt tolerance of seedling in Brassica napus", Under review. Submitted in November 2023.

Selected Conference Presentations

• J. Ji, X.Y. Zhu, M. Yamamoto, H. Kitashiba, "Co-identification of candidate regions associated with ovule number through QTL mapping and GWAS in Raphanus sativus L." ,18th Tohoku Breeding Research Meeting. Niigata University, Niigata, December 2023.
• X.Y. Zhu, A. N. Tian, M. Yamamoto, and H. Kitashiba, "A significant relationship between salt tolerance and ABA-induced seed-germination delay of seedling in Brassica napus", 144th Meeting of the Japanese Society of Breeding, Kobe University, Kobe, September 2023.
• X.Y. Zhu, F. Kobayashi, M. Yamamoto, H. Kitashiba, "Evaluation of dual-ability in selected Brassica napus lines to tolerate salinity and accumulate NaCl", 16th Tohoku Breeding Research Meeting, December 2021.
• X.Y. Zhu, M. Yamamoto, H. Kitashiba, "Relevance of ABA response with salt tolerance and expression analysis of ABA downstream genes at germination stage in Brassica napus", 15th Tohoku Breeding Research Meeting, December 2020.
• H.C. Xue, X.Y. Zhu, H. Kobayashi, M. Yamamoto, H. Kitashiba, "Identification of genetic loci related to pod seed number and ovule number per pistil in Raphanus sativas", 15th Tohoku Breeding Research Meeting, December 2020.