Zhaotong Lin

Dr. Zhaotong Lin is an Assistant Professor of Statistics. Her research focuses on advancing statistical genetics and genomics to better understand the biological mechanisms underlying complex human diseases. Her work spans Mendelian randomization, genome-, transcriptome- and proteome-wide association studies (GWAS/TWAS/PWAS), genetic colocalization, fine-mapping, and polygenic risk prediction. These methodologies form a comprehensive framework for identifying and prioritizing causal genes, molecular pathways, and modifiable risk factors that may contribute to disease risk and progression.