Hongyi Cai
About Hongyi Cai
Hongyi Cai is a biologist with a Ph.D. in Chemistry and Biochemistry from the University of Maryland Baltimore County. He has worked at various institutions, including Pharmaceutics International, Inc. and the National Institutes of Health, specializing in analytical techniques and molecular biology assays.
Current Role at National Institutes of Health
Hongyi Cai has been employed as a Biologist at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) since 2015. In this role, he has contributed to various research projects in Bethesda, United States. His work involves applying his knowledge of analytical techniques and molecular biology to advance scientific understanding in his field.
Previous Experience at Pii
Prior to his current position, Hongyi Cai worked as a Quality Control (QC) Chemist at Pharmaceutics International, Inc. (Pii) for a period of six months in 2014-2015. His responsibilities included ensuring compliance with quality standards and regulations in the pharmaceutical industry, specifically focusing on current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
Educational Background and Expertise
Hongyi Cai earned his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Chemistry and Biochemistry from the University of Maryland Baltimore County, completing his studies from 2004 to 2010. His doctoral research involved drug design and synthesis, equipping him with a strong foundation in analytical techniques such as NMR, UV, FT-IR, HPLC, and LC-MS analysis.
Experience at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
From 2011 to 2013, Hongyi Cai served as a Senior Research Specialist at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. During this time, he gained valuable experience in laboratory techniques, including plaque reduction assays, cell culture, and molecular biology assays such as Western Blot, real-time PCR, and luciferase assays.
Technical Skills and Methodologies
Hongyi Cai possesses a diverse skill set that includes expertise in chemical purification and extraction processes. His familiarity with various analytical techniques and methodologies enables him to effectively contribute to research and development in the biopharmaceutical sector.