Di Chu, Ph.D.
About Di Chu, Ph.D.
Di Chu, Ph.D., is a scientist specializing in bioprocessing and biopharmaceutical development, currently employed at Inozyme Pharma in Boston, Massachusetts. With extensive experience in mammalian cell transient transfection and protein biochemistry, he has contributed to various research institutions and companies throughout his career.
Work at Inozyme
Di Chu, Ph.D. has been employed at Inozyme Pharma as a Scientist since 2021. Located in Boston, Massachusetts, Inozyme focuses on developing innovative biopharmaceuticals. In this role, Chu applies his extensive knowledge in bioprocessing, which is essential for the development and manufacturing of biopharmaceutical products.
Education and Expertise
Di Chu holds a Master of Science (M.S.) in Biotechnology from Northwestern University, completed in 2012. He further pursued his education at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, where he earned another Master of Science (M.S.) in Biotechnology in 2018. Additionally, he obtained a Business Certificate for Scientists and Engineers from the same institution in 2014. His academic background supports his expertise in bioprocessing and biochemistry.
Background
Di Chu's professional journey includes various roles in academia and industry. He served as an Associate Research Specialist and Lab Manager at the University of Wisconsin-Madison from 2012 to 2013. He also worked as a PhD Graduate Student at the University of Massachusetts Amherst from 2013 to 2021. Prior to these roles, he gained experience as a Graduate Student at Northwestern University from 2010 to 2012 and as an Undergraduate Researcher at the University of Alberta from 2009 to 2010.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Di Chu has developed cell-based assays for potential pharmacological chaperones, demonstrating his expertise in biochemistry. He possesses strong skills in mammalian cell transient transfection, which is significant for studying gene expression. Additionally, he utilizes advanced techniques such as immunofluorescence microscopy and homology modeling to analyze protein structures and cellular processes.
Internship Experience
Di Chu has completed several internships that contributed to his professional development. He worked as a Protein Biochemistry Intern at Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. for two months in 2017. He also interned at Astellas Pharma from 2011 to 2012. These experiences provided him with practical skills and insights into the biopharmaceutical industry.