Zichao Liu received his Ph.D. degree from Kunming Institute of Zoology, Chinese Academy of Sciences. He has been working at Kunming University since April 2013 and currently holds the position of Associate Professor. His research interests focus on molecular identification and functional mechanisms of bioactive molecules derived from medicinal animals, such as leeches and centipedes. He is responsible for teaching a series of theoretical and experimental courses, including Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Enzyme Engineering Principles and Technology, as well as relevant laboratory and field practice courses. He has presided over one National Natural Science Foundation of China project and multiple provincial research and talent projects of Yunnan Province.