Annie Chou
About Annie Chou
Annie Chou is a Senior Scientist specializing in CMC at Replicate Bioscience, Inc., where she has worked since 2021. She has a diverse background in scientific research and software development, with experience at institutions such as UC San Diego and Pfizer.
Work at Replicate Bioscience
Annie Chou has been employed at Replicate Bioscience, Inc. as a Senior Scientist in CMC since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for writing and training on standard operating procedures (SOPs). Her work involves conducting quality control for srRNA manufacturing, focusing on potency quantification through replication efficiency and transgene expression. Additionally, she develops srRNA LNP formulations specifically for in vivo research material and utilizes capillary electrophoresis as part of the quality control process.
Previous Experience in Scientific Research
Prior to her current position, Annie Chou worked as a Consulting Scientist at Replicate Bioscience, Inc. from 2020 to 2021. She also served as a Volunteer Scientist at UC San Diego for eight months in 2020. Her experience includes a role as a Senior Scientist at Pfizer for one month in 2019 and as a Scientist at Eclipse BioInnovations for four months in the same year. Additionally, she was a Postdoctoral Research Associate at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies from 2018 to 2019.
Education and Expertise
Annie Chou holds a Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences from the University of California San Diego, where she studied from 2012 to 2018. She also completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Washington, earning a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computer Science and Cellular Molecular Biology from 2007 to 2012. Additionally, she participated in the UW Early Entrance Program, achieving her high school diploma from 2006 to 2007.
Research and Development Skills
Annie Chou engages in assay development, including qPCR and biodistribution studies. Her expertise extends to conducting quality control for srRNA manufacturing, where she focuses on potency quantification by replication efficiency and transgene expression. She has developed srRNA LNP formulations specifically for in vivo research material, showcasing her skills in both research and practical application in the field of molecular biology.