Hongwei Z.
About Hongwei Z.
Hongwei Z. is a Senior Scientist at Evelo Biosciences, specializing in formulation and process development for oral biologic drug products. He has a strong academic background with a Doctorate in Food Chemistry and extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
Work at Evelo Biosciences
Hongwei Z. currently holds the position of Senior Scientist at Evelo Biosciences, a role he has occupied since 2022. In this capacity, he focuses on the design and execution of formulation and process development for oral biologic drug product candidates. He serves as the drug product functional lead for the next generation of oral biologics modality. His responsibilities include authoring technical reports and contributing to regulatory documents pertinent to drug product development.
Previous Experience at Akebia Therapeutics
Prior to his current role, Hongwei Z. worked as Scientist II at Akebia Therapeutics from 2021 to 2022. During his tenure in Cambridge, Massachusetts, he contributed to various projects within the organization, enhancing his expertise in the field of drug formulation and development.
Experience at Bristol Myers Squibb
Hongwei Z. was employed at Bristol Myers Squibb as a Formulation Scientist specializing in small molecules from 2019 to 2021. His work at the Summit, New Jersey location allowed him to further develop his skills in formulation science, contributing to the advancement of drug candidates.
Education and Expertise
Hongwei Z. holds a Doctorate Degree in Food Chemistry from Rutgers University, which he completed from 2015 to 2020. He also earned a Master’s Degree in Polymer Physics and Chemistry from the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences between 2011 and 2014. His academic background is complemented by a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering from Jilin University, obtained from 2007 to 2011.