Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Zengli Yu"
- Zengli Yu's recent research primarily focuses on the health impacts of environmental contaminants, with a significant emphasis on the mechanisms underlying cleft palate formation due to exposure to 2,3,7,8-tetrachlorodibenzo-p-dioxin (TCDD) and the genetic factors involved in this process.
- Findings indicate that competing endogenous RNA networks, including long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) and circular RNAs (circRNAs), play a critical role in regulating gene expression and cellular responses in the context of TCDD-induced cleft palate, underscoring the complexity of teratogenic effects.
- Additionally, Yu's work extends to assess the broader implications of environmental exposures, such as organophosphate esters and outdoor air pollution, on human health outcomes, including mortality rates and body mass index among the elderly, highlighting the urgent need for addressing environmental health risks.