Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a global health problem that results in significant social and economic burdens. In neuroimaging (CT and MRI), TBI often does not show noticeable structural changes and can be considered "invisible wounds." There is currently no clinical diagnostic basis or preventive treatment for chronic neuropathy caused by TBI. Evidence shows that TBI can accelerate the development of neurodegenerative diseases, impacting the health of individuals in their middle and older age, threatening social security, and accelerating social aging. Therefore, understanding the mechanisms of brain damage caused by TBI and developing accurate diagnostic biomarkers and therapeutic drugs can facilitate early detection and prevention of neurological degeneration.

This project aims to develop novel biomarkers for TBI, providing students with basic knowledge in biomedical research and training in basic laboratory techniques, instrument operation, and data analysis. Additionally, through collaborations with laboratories in Academia Sinica, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University and Chang Gung University, students will gain insights into Taiwan's academic research and be provided with opportunities for further education at TMU. Intern's subsidy: NT$15,000/ month