Sohaib Qazi
About Sohaib Qazi
Sohaib Qazi is a Synthetic Biology Research Intern at LanzaTech in Skokie, Illinois, where he has worked since 2021. He holds a Master's degree in Biotechnology from Northwestern University and has previous experience as a Graduate Research Assistant at Gate Neurosciences, Inc. and as a Research Assistant at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
Work at LanzaTech
Sohaib Qazi has been serving as a Synthetic Biology Research Intern at LanzaTech since 2021. In this role, he works in a synthetic biology lab, contributing to advancements in biotechnology. His responsibilities include conducting research and experiments that support the company's goals in the field of synthetic biology. LanzaTech is known for its innovative approaches to carbon recycling and sustainable fuel production.
Education and Expertise
Sohaib Qazi earned a Master's degree in Biotechnology from Northwestern University, where he studied from 2020 to 2021. Prior to this, he completed a Bachelor's degree in Cell/Cellular and Molecular Biology at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign from 2016 to 2020. His educational background provides a strong foundation in biological sciences, which he applies in his current research role.
Background
Before joining LanzaTech, Sohaib Qazi gained experience as a Graduate Research Assistant at Gate Neurosciences, Inc. for three months in 2021. He also worked as a Research Assistant at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign from 2017 to 2018. These positions allowed him to develop skills in research methodologies and laboratory techniques relevant to his field.
Research Experience
Sohaib Qazi has accumulated significant research experience in the field of synthetic biology and biotechnology. His work at LanzaTech focuses on chemical and bioprocessing engineering, where he has gained valuable insights and hands-on experience over the past year. This experience enhances his capability to contribute to innovative projects in biotechnology.