Youn Hee Cho, PhD
About Youn Hee Cho, PhD
Youn Hee Cho, PhD, is a Scientist II in Customer Therapeutics at BenchSci, specializing in the pathogenesis of microbes linked to inflammatory bowel disease and gastroenteritis. With a background in Biology and Molecular Science from Ryerson University, Cho possesses expertise in advanced biochemical assays and effective communication of scientific data.
Current Role at BenchSci
Youn Hee Cho serves as a Scientist II in Customer Therapeutics at BenchSci. In this role, which began in 2023, she operates remotely from Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Her responsibilities include applying her scientific expertise to enhance customer understanding and utilization of BenchSci's products.
Education and Expertise
Youn Hee Cho earned her Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Biology/Biological Sciences from Ryerson University, completing her studies from 2012 to 2016. She further pursued her education at the same institution, obtaining a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Molecular Science between 2016 and 2022. Her academic training has equipped her with the ability to communicate complex scientific data effectively to both expert and lay audiences.
Research Focus and Background
During her PhD studies, Youn Hee Cho focused on the pathogenesis of microbes associated with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and gastroenteritis. This research provided her with in-depth knowledge of microbial interactions and their implications for human health. Prior to her current position, she worked at Ryerson University in various roles, including PhD Candidate and Graduate Teaching Assistant.
Technical Skills and Proficiencies
Youn Hee Cho possesses technical proficiency in advanced biochemical assays, including Förster Resonance Energy Transfer (FRET) and Green Fluorescent Protein (GFP) assays. She is skilled in bacterial and mammalian cell culture techniques and has experience with protein detection methods such as pull down assays and Western blotting.
Previous Experience at Ryerson University
Before joining BenchSci, Youn Hee Cho held multiple positions at Ryerson University from 2015 to 2022. She worked as an Undergraduate Research Assistant for three months in 2015, followed by a six-year tenure as a PhD Candidate and Graduate Teaching Assistant. These roles contributed to her development as a scientist and educator in the field of biological sciences.