Wenchen Zhao
About Wenchen Zhao
Wenchen Zhao is a Research Associate specializing in formulation solutions at Precision NanoSystems Inc., where he has worked since 2019. He has a strong background in lipid nanoparticles for nucleic acid delivery and has held various research positions at notable institutions, including McGill University and The University of British Columbia.
Work at Precision NanoSystems
Wenchen Zhao has been employed at Precision NanoSystems Inc. as a Research Associate in the Formulation Solutions department since 2019. In this role, Zhao specializes in the preparation of lipid nanoparticles for nucleic acid delivery. Responsibilities include preparing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and delivering technical presentations. Zhao actively engages in technical discussions and problem-solving related to nanoparticle formulations, contributing to the advancement of research and development in this area.
Education and Expertise
Wenchen Zhao holds a Master's degree in Pathology and Laboratory Medicine from The University of British Columbia, which was completed from 2016 to 2018. Prior to this, Zhao earned a Bachelor's degree in Honours in Biotechnology from the same institution, studying from 2011 to 2016. Additionally, Zhao obtained a Diploma of Technology in Honours in Biotechnology from the British Columbia Institute of Technology, completing the program from 2012 to 2014. This educational background provides a strong foundation in biotechnology and laboratory practices.
Background
Wenchen Zhao has a diverse background in research, having worked in various capacities at multiple institutions. Zhao served as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at The University of British Columbia from 2015 to 2016 and participated in the International Genetically Engineered Machine Competition (iGEM) Team in 2014. Prior experience includes a role as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at McGill University in 2013 and a position as a Directed Studies student in Jefferies Lab at The University of British Columbia in 2015.
Previous Experience
Before joining Precision NanoSystems, Wenchen Zhao worked at B.E.E.T.A Education Group as a Self-study Supervisor for two months in 2019. Zhao also held a position as a Research Assistant at The University of British Columbia for six months in 2019. This range of experiences in educational and research settings has contributed to Zhao's expertise in formulation solutions and nanoparticle technology.