Hsing Chuan (Julia) Tsai
About Hsing Chuan (Julia) Tsai
Hsing Chuan (Julia) Tsai is a Senior Research Scientist currently at Kite Pharma, with extensive experience in immunology and the interaction of the blood-brain barrier and the immune system. She has a Ph.D. in Immunology from UC Davis and has worked in various prestigious institutions including Stanford University and National Taiwan University.
Work at Kite Pharma
Hsing Chuan (Julia) Tsai currently serves as a Senior Research Scientist at Kite Pharma, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on advancing research in the field of immunology, particularly in relation to cancer therapies. Her previous tenure at Kite Pharma as a Research Scientist from 2019 to 2021 allowed her to contribute to significant projects aimed at understanding the immune response in cancer treatment.
Education and Expertise
Hsing Chuan Tsai completed her Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Immunology at UC Davis from 2008 to 2014. Prior to that, she earned a Master of Science in Oral Biology from National Taiwan University, where she studied from 2004 to 2006. Her academic journey began with a Bachelor's degree in Zoology from National Taiwan University, completed in 2004. Tsai has developed expertise in studying the interaction of the blood-brain barrier and the immune system, with a focus on multiple sclerosis.
Background
Hsing Chuan Tsai has a diverse research background, having worked in various prestigious institutions. She served as a Postdoctoral Scholar at Stanford University School of Medicine from 2014 to 2019, where she specialized in immunological research. Prior to her doctoral studies, she worked as a Research Assistant at National Taiwan University from 2006 to 2008, contributing to foundational research in her field.
Research Skills and Techniques
Hsing Chuan Tsai possesses a strong skill set in various research methodologies. She is proficient in next-generation RNA-sequencing and bioinformatics databases, which she utilizes to study the regulatory networks of human Th17 cell functions. Her expertise extends to pre-clinical rodent models, immunoassays, Luminex, multicolor flow cytometry, and a range of molecular and biochemical techniques.
Achievements in Immunology Research
Throughout her career, Hsing Chuan Tsai has focused on the immunological regulation in multiple sclerosis, bridging the gap between animal models and clinical research. Her work contributes to a deeper understanding of immune responses and potential therapeutic approaches in treating autoimmune diseases.