Nico Chung
About Nico Chung
Nico Chung is a Research Scientist at Ochre Bio in Taipei City, Taiwan, with expertise in microarray, next-generation sequencing, and transcriptomic analysis for liver disease. He has a strong academic background in Genetics and Psychology from the University of Pretoria, and has held various positions in bioinformatics and research throughout his career.
Work at Ochre Bio
Nico Chung has been employed as a Research Scientist at Ochre Bio since 2022. The company is based in Taipei City, Taiwan, where Chung contributes to research initiatives focused on advancing healthcare solutions. His role involves applying his expertise in biotechnology and data science to support the development of innovative approaches in the field.
Previous Experience in Bioinformatics
Before joining Ochre Bio, Nico Chung worked at Thermo Fisher Scientific as a Field Bioinformatics Scientist from 2020 to 2022. His responsibilities included leveraging bioinformatics tools to support scientific research. Prior to that, he served as a Bioinformatics Analyst at Welgene Biotech from 2018 to 2020, where he focused on data analysis in the biotechnology sector.
Education and Expertise
Nico Chung holds a BSc in Genetics and Psychology from the University of Pretoria, where he studied from 2006 to 2009. He also earned a BSc(Hons) in Genetics in 2010 and an MSc in Genetics, which he completed in 2016. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in microarray, next-generation sequencing (NGS), and third-generation sequencing applications.
Specialization in Transcriptomic Analysis
Chung specializes in transcriptomic analysis and modeling, particularly concerning liver disease. His focus on this area reflects his commitment to integrating biotechnology with data science to enhance healthcare solutions. This specialization is supported by his extensive experience in bioinformatics and genetics.
Internship and Teaching Experience
Nico Chung gained practical experience as a Laboratory Intern at Academia Sinica in 2015, where he worked for one month. Additionally, he served as a Teaching Assistant at the University of Pretoria from 2010 to 2015, contributing to the education of students in genetics and related fields.