Fan Yang
About Fan Yang
Fan Yang is a Research Scientist specializing in Plant Metabolic Engineering, with expertise in systems biology and molecular genetics. He has a strong background in genome editing techniques and has worked at various prestigious institutions, including the University of California, Riverside, Berkeley Lab, and The Ohio State University.
Work at Benson Hill
Fan Yang has been employed at Benson Hill as a Research Scientist in Plant Metabolic Engineering since 2018. In this role, Yang focuses on advancing techniques in genome editing specifically tailored for plant metabolic engineering. The work contributes to the company's mission of improving agricultural productivity and sustainability through innovative plant science.
Education and Expertise
Fan Yang earned a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Plant Science from the University of California, Riverside, where studies were conducted from 2002 to 2007. Yang possesses expertise in systems biology and molecular genetics, with a specific focus on plant cell biology. This educational background supports Yang's research in plant metabolic engineering.
Background
Before joining Benson Hill, Fan Yang held several research positions. Yang worked as a Graduate Research Assistant at the University of California, Riverside from 2002 to 2007. Following this, Yang served as a Postdoctoral Researcher at Berkeley Lab from 2008 to 2013 and at The Ohio State University from 2013 to 2017. These roles provided extensive experience in plant research and development.
Achievements in Research
Fan Yang has developed skills in next generation sequencing and gene regulatory networks. These skills are integral to Yang's research in plant metabolic engineering, particularly in enhancing genome editing techniques. The focus on these areas supports advancements in agricultural biotechnology and plant science.