Minghao Sun
About Minghao Sun
Vice President of Research and Product Development
Minghao Sun currently serves as the Vice President of Research and Product Development. In this role, he leads research activities and oversees the development of new products. His responsibilities include managing research teams, coordinating product development strategies, and ensuring the alignment of research efforts with organizational objectives.
Educational Background in Virology and Pathobiology
Minghao Sun received his B.A. in Virology and M.S. in Medical Virology from Wuhan University in China. He then pursued further education in the United States and earned a Ph.D. in Pathobiology from Penn State University. This extensive educational background provided him with a robust foundation in virology and pathobiology, crucial for his subsequent research roles.
Postdoctoral Training in Oncology
Minghao Sun completed his postdoctoral training in oncology at the Scripps Research Institute in San Diego, California, under the guidance of Dr. Peter Vogt. This training focused on advanced oncology research methods, further enhancing his expertise in cancer research and treatment.
Career at Wuxi AppTec and TransOva Genetics
Before his current role, Minghao Sun served as the Head of In Vitro Pharmacology at Wuxi AppTec. Subsequently, he became the Director of Stem Cell Research at TransOva Genetics, where he was responsible for overseeing stem cell research projects and managing research teams.
Leadership Roles at Intrexon Corp.
Minghao Sun held various significant positions at Intrexon Corp., including roles in antibody discovery and stem cell research. He managed multiple exosome-related programs and served as the head and general manager of Intrexon Corp.'s San Diego site. These roles involved overseeing complex research projects and managing site operations.