Athena Wong
About Athena Wong
Athena Wong serves as the Executive Director of Cell Culture Process Development at Sana Biotechnology, Inc., a position she has held since 2020. She has extensive experience in the field, having previously worked as a Senior Director at the same company and as a Senior Scientist at Genentech for twelve years.
Current Role at Sana Biotechnology
Athena Wong serves as the Executive Director of Cell Culture Process Development at Sana Biotechnology, Inc. She has held this position since 2020. In her role, she oversees the development and optimization of cell culture processes, contributing to the advancement of biotechnological applications. Her leadership in this area is integral to the company's mission of developing transformative therapies.
Previous Experience at Sana Biotechnology
Prior to her current role, Athena Wong worked at Sana Biotechnology, Inc. as the Senior Director of Cell Culture Process Development from 2019 to 2020. During her tenure, she focused on enhancing cell culture methodologies, which are essential for the production of biologics and cell-based therapies.
Experience at Genentech
Athena Wong spent 12 years at Genentech, where she held the position of Senior Scientist from 2007 to 2019. In this role, she contributed to various projects related to cell culture and process development, playing a significant part in the advancement of therapeutic solutions within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Athena Wong earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Genetics from the University of California, Davis. She furthered her education at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where she obtained a PhD in Genetics and Molecular Biology. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her expertise in cell culture and biotechnology.