Anna Ye
About Anna Ye
Anna Ye is a scientist with extensive experience in molecular biology, currently working at Brightseed since 2022. She has previously held positions at Hexagon Bio, UC Berkeley, UC Davis, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst.
Work at Brightseed
Anna Ye currently serves as a Scientist at Brightseed, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she contributes to the company's research initiatives, focusing on the intersection of plant-based compounds and human health. Her expertise in molecular biology supports Brightseed's mission to unlock the potential of nature for health solutions.
Previous Experience at Hexagon Bio
Before joining Brightseed, Anna Ye worked as a Scientist at Hexagon Bio for a period of 9 months in 2021. During her time there, she engaged in research aimed at discovering and developing novel therapeutics derived from natural sources, applying her extensive background in molecular biology to advance the company's objectives.
Postdoctoral Research at UC Berkeley
Anna Ye completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of California, Berkeley from 2018 to 2021 in the Maresca Lab. Her research focused on the interaction between the HIV-1 accessory protein NEF and host endocytosis, contributing to a deeper understanding of viral mechanisms and host cell interactions.
Education and Expertise
Anna Ye holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from the University of California, Davis, which she completed from 2005 to 2009. She further pursued her education at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, earning a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Cell/Cellular and Molecular Biology from 2011 to 2017. Her doctoral research emphasized cell division and chromosome segregation, establishing a solid foundation for her scientific career.
Research Assistant Roles
Earlier in her career, Anna Ye served as a Research Assistant at UC Davis from 2009 to 2011 in the Rose Lab, where she gained practical research experience. She also worked as a Graduate Research Assistant at the University of Massachusetts Amherst in the Maresca Lab from 2011 to 2017, further honing her skills in molecular and cellular biology.