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      \nAbout<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      Zhiqiang Zhong\u2019s YIA project \u201cKDReCell\u201d aims to revolutionize cell reprogramming through foundation Artificial Intelligence models. By combining deep learning with biological knowledge networks, the project seeks to understand and control cell differentiation processes. This interdisciplinary work bridges computer science and cancer biology with direct applications in regenerative medicine, establishing new paradigms for using AI to accelerate biological discovery.<\/p>\n\n\n

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      This project has received funding from the European Union\u2019s Horizon Europe <\/strong>research and innovation programme under the Marie Sk\u0142odowska-Curie Actions grant agreement 101081455.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n

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      Faculty of Science, Technology and Medicine (FSTM)<\/strong>
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        Dr. Zhiqiang ZHONG<\/h3>\n

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        Assist. Prof Jun PANG<\/h3>\n

        Assistant professor in Computer Science<\/p>\n

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        Prof Daniel ABANKWA<\/h3>\n

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