Chia-Wei Cheng is a translational scientist currently serving as Assistant Professor at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. With a PhD in Biological and Biomedical Sciences from the University of Southern California and a BS-MS in Biology/Biological Sciences, General from National Taiwan University, Cheng is an accomplished researcher in the field of regenerative medicine. She has been a member of various organizations, including the International Society for Stem Cell Research (ISSCR), National Academy of Inventors (NAI), and American Association for Cancer Research (AACR), and has presented at prestigious events including the Cell Symposium: Aging and Metabolism. Cheng's research focuses on understanding the impact of diet on adult stem cell lineage decisions and utilizing this knowledge to improve regenerative therapies. Her expertise and skills in translational research and stem cell biology make her a valuable contributor to the scientific community.