Kaston Leung
About Kaston Leung
Kaston Leung is a Senior Research Scientist at AbCellera, where he develops technology for analyzing biological systems at the single-cell level. He holds a PhD in Electrical Engineering from the University of British Columbia and has a diverse career that includes roles in instrument engineering and bioinformatics.
Work at AbCellera
Kaston Leung has been employed at AbCellera since 2021, serving as a Senior Research Scientist. In this role, he focuses on developing technology for the analysis and screening of biological systems at the single-cell level. His work involves applying a multi-disciplinary approach that integrates instrument and software engineering with molecular biology and bioinformatics.
Previous Experience
Before his current role, Kaston Leung worked at AbCellera as a Systems Engineer from 2016 to 2021. His career also includes positions at The University of British Columbia as a Postdoctoral Fellow from 2013 to 2016, and at ASTRON as an Integrated Circuit Design Engineer from 2005 to 2006. Additionally, he was a Hardware Design Engineer at General Dynamics Canada for one year in Ottawa, Ontario.
Education and Expertise
Kaston Leung holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Electrical Engineering from The University of British Columbia, where he studied Microfluidics from 2007 to 2012. He also earned a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Electrical Engineering, focusing on Integrated Circuit Design and Testing, from the University of Alberta between 2002 and 2005. His undergraduate studies culminated in a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Electrical Engineering from Queen's University from 1997 to 2001.
Career Background
Kaston Leung's career spans various fields, including instrument engineering and bioinformatics. His expertise lies in developing technologies that facilitate the analysis of biological systems. He combines knowledge from multiple disciplines, including microfabrication and software engineering, to advance research in his field.
Personal Interests
Outside of his professional work, Kaston Leung has interests in music, skateboarding, snowboarding, and mountaineering. These activities reflect a diverse range of hobbies that contribute to his personal development and well-being.