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High School Biology Department: Technology Illuminates the Path to Sight – Frontier Biology Lecture on Cell Therapies for Eye Diseases

September 26, 2025

Have you ever thought that "restoring sight to the blind" could become a reality in the near future? On September 22, the BioFuture Club invited an outstanding expert, Dr. Jiang Mei from Shanghai Jiao Tong University, to deliver an academic feast for students. Held in the B1 Theater of Zhongxing Building, the lecture was titled "Can the Blind Regain Sight? – Molecular Mechanisms of Eye Diseases and Cell/Gene Therapy." The atmosphere was vibrant.



During the lecture, Dr. Jiang Mei served as a "bridge" between basic research science and the industrial R&D. From the unique perspective of a "translational scientist," she vividly explained how cutting-edge molecular biology discoveries from the laboratory are "translated" into treatment plans that can be practically applied in clinical settings to benefit patients. Using her team's ongoing work on stem cell therapy as a key example, Dr. Jiang also gave some details about how scientists "guide" stem cells to differentiate into specific eye cells to repair or replace tissues damaged by disease, thereby offering the hope of regained sight to countless patients with eye disorders. Through real-world research cases and vivid analogies, she provided students with an intuitive and profound understanding of seemingly complex fields like gene editing and cell therapy, allowing them to genuinely feel the powerful allure of modern medical technology. After the lecture, students actively asked questions. Many expressed that this event was not just an expansion of knowledge but also an ignition of their ideals.



The success of this event also relied on the school's consistent and strong support for student club activities. The school teacher advisors provided crucial guidance and assistance in daily event planning, organization, and liaising with external experts. This open atmosphere, which encourages exploration and supports innovation, serves as a solid backbone for student clubs like BioFuture to continuously deliver high-quality activities.


(Written by Mengli Wang    Pictures by Rachel Gu   Reviewed by Qian Zuo)