Jinong Feng
Papers
8
Total Citations
349
H-Index
7
About
Jinong Feng is a molecular geneticist whose research spans several critical areas of human disease, with particular focus on genetic mutation analysis, inherited disorders, and psychiatric genetics. Working at the intersection of clinical medicine and molecular biology, Feng has made significant contributions to our understanding of the genetic underpinnings of conditions ranging from cystic fibrosis to muscular dystrophy and cancer susceptibility. Among Feng's most impactful contributions is his work demonstrating increased risk of idiopathic chronic pancreatitis in cystic fibrosis carriers, a finding that has garnered 114 citations and reshaped understanding of CFTR gene pathogenicity beyond classic CF presentations. His comprehensive mutation scanning studies of the dystrophin gene in both Duchenne muscular dystrophy and X-linked dilated cardiomyopathy patients — accumulating over 100 citations combined — have advanced diagnostic precision in these devastating conditions. His identification of ATM missense mutations in breast cancer patients further highlights his breadth across disease genetics. Notably, Feng also explored the underexamined intersection of psychiatric disorders and genetic variation, investigating vitamin D receptor variants and androgen receptor mutations in schizophrenia and other psychiatric conditions. His methodological work validating DOVAM-S mutation detection technology underscores a commitment to improving diagnostic tools for researchers and clinicians alike.
Research Focus
Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1Increased risk of idiopathic chronic pancreatitis in cystic fibrosis carriers114 citations · 2005
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- 4ATM missense mutations are frequent inpatients with breast cancer55 citations · 2003
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- 7Absence of somatic ATM missense mutations in 58 mammary carcinomas7 citations · 2003
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