Zunxiong Li

Mr. Zunxiong Li

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Research Focus & Metrics

Academic Career Length

8Years (2019-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

Representative Publications

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12 December 2019 in Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology
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ZXZhenru Xu
Zhenru Xu
XHXu Han
Xu Han
DODaming Ou
Daming Ou
TLTing Liu
Ting Liu
ZLZunxiong Li
Zunxiong Li
JZJi Zhang
Ji Zhang

31 October 2025 in FASEB BioAdvances
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YLYingliu Luo
Yingliu Luo
ZXZhenru Xu
Zhenru Xu
ZLZunxiong Li
Zunxiong Li
Since Yamanaka's landmark achievement in reprogramming somatic cells into induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) using the four key transcription factors—OCT4, SOX2, KLF4, and c‐Myc (OSKM)—iPSC technology has made significant strides. Notable advancements include refining reprogramming factors, delivery systems, somatic cell selection, and optimization of reprogramming conditions, along with developing chemical reprogramming methods. With their unparalleled proliferative capacity and near‐pluripotent differentiation potential, iPSCs have become invaluable tools for investigating neurodegenerative diseases, including amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Neuronal models derived from ALS patient‐specific iPSCs, particularly iPSC‐derived motor neurons (iPSC‐MNs), offer a robust platform to recapitulate disease‐specific pathology and investigate the molecular mechanisms underpinning ALS, thereby accelerating the discovery of novel therapeutic strategies. This review highlights the evolution of iPSC technology and its transformative applications in ALS modeling, drug discovery, and therapeutic development.