Yifan Li, PhD, MSc.

Professdor of Physiology

Office: (916) 378 - 3521
Fax: (916) 686 - 7310
Yifan.Li@cnsu.edu

Education

  • MSc, Anhui College of Chinese Medicine, Hefei, China
  • PhD, Physiology, Beijing Medical University, China
  • Fellowship, Physiology and Biophysics, University of Nebraska Medical Center

About

Dr. Li has a wealth of experience, having dedicated two decades to the University of South Dakota, Sanford School of Medicine shaping the future of cardiovascular and respiratory physiology education.

His impressive academic journey began at Chengde Medical College, continued with a Master’s in Physiology from Anhui Chinese Medical College, and culminated with a PhD from Peking University Medical Center. His postdoctoral training at the University of Nebraska Medical Center paved the way for his distinguished career.

Research Interests

Since 2004, Dr. Li’s groundbreaking research on neurohumoral regulation in cardiovascular diseases, inflammation, and injury has garnered significant NIH funding and resulted in 59 peer-reviewed publications. His work not only advances our understanding of critical health issues but also embodies our commitment to pioneering medical research.

Yifan Li