Zechuan Li, a first-year master’s student in the Ophthalmology program at Dalian Medical University, under the supervision of Associate Professor Wang Shuai. His current research focuses on the basic and clinical studies of Growth Differentiation Factor-15 in ophthalmic diseases. Under the guidance of Professor Wang Shuai, he is actively involved in relevant research projects within the research group, dedicated to exploring the pathological mechanisms of retinal diseases and novel therapeutic strategies. As a new member of the research group, he aims to solidify his research foundation, enhance his clinical thinking, and contribute to the team’s research efforts and academic development throughout his future studies.