Fan Yang
About Fan Yang
Fan Yang is a Research Scientist specializing in Plant Metabolic Engineering at Benson Hill in St. Louis, MO, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in genome editing techniques and systems biology, with previous roles at 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 genome editing techniques to improve plant metabolic processes. The position is based in St. Louis, MO, where Yang contributes to the company's mission of enhancing agricultural productivity 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 current research in plant metabolic engineering and genome editing.
Background
Before joining Benson Hill, Fan Yang held several research positions. Yang worked as a Postdoctoral Researcher at Berkeley Lab from 2008 to 2013, and then at The Ohio State University from 2013 to 2017. Additionally, Yang served as a Graduate Research Assistant at the University of California, Riverside from 2002 to 2007. These roles contributed to Yang's comprehensive understanding of plant biology and metabolic engineering.
Research Skills
Fan Yang possesses specialized skills in next generation sequencing and gene regulatory networks. These skills are essential for conducting advanced research in plant metabolic engineering. Yang's proficiency in these areas supports the development of innovative approaches to enhance plant traits and improve agricultural outcomes.