Canran Wang
About Canran Wang
Canran Wang is a research scientist and PhD candidate at the California Institute of Technology, specializing in wearable bioelectronics for chronic disease management, with a strong background in healthcare investment banking.
Title and Current Role
Canran Wang holds the position of Research Scientist. She is currently pursuing a PhD in Medical Engineering at the California Institute of Technology. Her research focuses on developing wearable bioelectronics for managing chronic diseases.
Education and Expertise
Canran Wang received her Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science from Shanghai Jiao Tong University, where she graduated with first-class honours. Her academic journey continues at the California Institute of Technology, where she is working towards a PhD in Medical Engineering, specializing in wearable bioelectronics for chronic disease management.
Research Scientist Publications
Canran Wang has contributed significantly to the biomedical engineering field with 18 publications. Notably, 7 of these papers list her as the first or co-first author, indicating a leading role in their development and research.
Professional Background in Healthcare Investment
Before starting her PhD program, Canran Wang served as an analyst for a healthcare investment bank in China. During her tenure, she successfully completed fundraising deals totaling over $80 million, primarily for biotech and biopharma startups.
Interests in Biotechnology Commercialisation
Canran Wang has a keen interest in the clinical translation and commercialisation of biotechnology. This is evident from her professional background and current research focus, aiming to bridge the gap between technological innovation and practical medical application.