Dongling is a master’s student in Professor Jincun Zhao’s team, specialising in the roles of RNA-binding proteins in respiratory viral infections. With a strong foundation in molecular biology, virology, and immunology, Dongling is skilled in RNA-protein interaction studies. Her research focuses on how RNA-binding proteins, including the non-classical RNA-binding protein PDI, regulate viral replication and host immune responses. She aims to uncover mechanisms of virus-host interactions and identify potential antiviral targets, contributing to the development of novel therapies.