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My career goal is to develop my expertise in the intersectional GPCR researches in science and industry. I have been deeply engaged in the GPCR field for 16 years, achieving innovative milestones in academic research and translational breakthroughs. Ligand Recognition and Regulation Mechanisms: I have conducted in-depth exploration into the precise recognition and regulation mechanisms of ligands for important disease-related targets. This work provides profound insights into the molecular mechanisms of drug action and guides new drug discovery (Nature 2023; Neuron 2022; Protein Cell 2023; Sci Adv 2024; Nat Commun 2024; Science 2011; Structure 2017 etc.). Deciphering Undruggable GPCR Targets: I have unraveled the activation mechanisms and structural basis of atypical and hard-to-target GPCRs, such as orphan receptors and Frizzled receptors. This research lays the foundation for discovering the drug potential of these targets and for ligand discovery (Nature 2020; Nature 2018; Nat Commun 2023, 2017; Cell Discovery 2024, 2023; J Med Chem 2023; Cell Research 2021, etc.). Class A GPCR Dimerization: My work on the apelin receptor has for the first time demonstrated the structural basis of Class A GPCR dimerization, revealing the prominent roles of orthosteric pocket, G protein binding cleft, and dimer interface as hotspots for drug intervention (Nat Struct Mol Biol 2022; Structure 2017, etc.).These systematic structural and functional studies address unresolved scientific challenges in the GPCR field, providing a solid foundation for the discovery of new targets, mechanisms, and drugs, thereby driving the innovation of new drugs from 0 to 1.About the Translational Research that I have conducted: In 2011, I co-founded RuiYi (later renamed Bird Rock Bio, acquired by the US-listed company Skye in August 2023), where I led the development of the advanced GPCR antigen platform iCAPS. This effort advanced the development of Nimacimab, the world's first negative modulatory antibody targeting the cannabinoid receptor CB1, which is currently in clinical trials for the treatment of obesity and metabolic diseases. At the end of 2020, I initiated the founding of JIKANG Therapeutics and completed its first round of financing in October 2022. JIKANG leverages a world-leading GPCR structure and antibody drug research team to develop innovative biologics targeting multiple GPCRs, aiming to address critical issues in weight loss and metabolic disease treatment.
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Founder Of Jikang TherapeuticsStealth Biotech Startup Dec 2020 - PresentShanghai, ChinaAbout JIKANG and myself: Innovative GPCR Biologics: JIKANG Therapeutics, a biotech startup spun off from ShanghaiTech University, develops groundbreaking biologics targeting GPCRs like the GLP-1 and Apelin receptors to tackle weight loss and metabolic disease. Expert Leadership: Our team includes leading GPCR researchers from the US and China with over 15 years of experience in MNCs and biotech companies. Academic Excellence: I have published over 20 papers on the GPCR related research, including 3 in Nature, holds 2 patents, and is recognized for research on key therapeutic targets like the Apelin and methamphetamine receptors. Clinical Success: JIKANG's founder team discovered Nimacimab, the first negative modulatory antibody targeting CB1 for metabolic diseases, now in FDA-approved Phase II trials. Unmet Medical Needs in weight loss: JIKANG aims to offer long-lasting, safe "fat reduction and muscle gain" benefits beyond current treatments through targeting multiple targets and combinations.
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Tenured Full ProfessorShanghaitech University Sep 2013 - PresentShanghai, ChinaI joined ShanghaiTech since 2013 as junior faculty, and have been promoted to Tenured Professor since Nov 2023. I also won some honors/awards such as Changjiang Scholar Distinguished Professor, Shanghai Leading Talent, 1000 Young Talents, etc. My research in ShanghaiTech has been focusing on three innovative questions around GPCRs: ligand recognition, receptor activation and signaling modulation. Ligand Recognition and Regulation Mechanisms: I have conducted in-depth exploration into the precise recognition and regulation mechanisms of ligands for important disease-related targets. This work provides profound insights into the molecular mechanisms of drug action and guides new drug discovery (Nature 2023; Neuron 2022; Protein Cell 2023; Sci Adv 2024; Nat Commun 2024; Science 2011; Structure 2017 etc.). Deciphering Undruggable GPCR Targets: I have unraveled the activation mechanisms and structural basis of atypical and hard-to-target GPCRs, such as orphan receptors and Frizzled receptors. This research lays the foundation for discovering the drug potential of these targets and for ligand discovery (Nature 2020; Nature 2018; Nat Commun 2023, 2017; Cell Discovery 2024, 2023; J Med Chem 2023; Cell Research 2021, etc.). Class A GPCR Dimerization: My work on the apelin receptor has for the first time demonstrated the structural basis of Class A GPCR dimerization, revealing the prominent roles of orthosteric pocket, G protein binding cleft, and dimer interface as hotspots for drug intervention (Nat Struct Mol Biol 2022; Structure 2017, etc.). -
Co-Founder And Director Of R&DRuiyi Inc. Aug 2011 - Dec 2013La Jolla, Ca, UsaI co-founded this start-up biotech company at Shanghai Zhangjiang Hi-tech park, China, in September 2011. We applied the GPCR technology platform to biologic drug development and defined the company’s work scope of innovative therapeutic biologics.My responsibility is to lead the efforts of developing a novel GPCR antigen presenting platform advantageous for GPCR biologics drug discovery. This platform has enabled the discovery and development of Nimacimab--the first-in-class and only-in-class clinical-stage CB1 negative modulatory antibody.
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Graduate StudentThe Scripps Research Institute Jul 2006 - Jun 2011La Jolla, Ca, UsaThesis: Exploring the structural basis for GPCR signal transductionAdvisor: Raymond C. Stevens, Ph.DHighlight:1. Determined a complex structure of A2A adenosine receptor bound to a full agonist; Results published in Science (2011).2. Developed a high-throughput membrane protein pre-crystallization screening assays in lipidic mesophases; Results published in Crystal Growth & Design (2011).
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Undergraduate StudentUniversity Of Science And Technology Of China Sep 2002 - Jul 2006Hefei, ChinaThesis: Structural study of the yeast Spt4-Spt5 complexAdvisor: Drs. Maikun Teng and Liwen NiuHighlight: Crystallized the fusion protein consisting of a yeast transcription elongation factor complex Spt4-Spt5NGN domain; Results published in Structure (2008).
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Frequently Asked Questions about Fei Xu
What company does Fei Xu work for?
Fei Xu works for Shanghaitech University
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Fei Xu's current role is Founder and CSO, JIKANG Therapeutics--a biotech startup.
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Fei Xu's email address is xu****@****pps.edu
What schools did Fei Xu attend?
Fei Xu attended The Scripps Research Institute, University Of Science And Technology Of China.
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Fei Xu has skills like Protein Expression, Protein Purification, Protein Chemistry, Molecular Biology, Western Blotting, Biochemistry, Molecular Cloning, Purification, Drug Discovery, Pcr, Sds Page.
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