Han Ly
About Han Ly
Han Ly is a Senior Associate Scientist currently at Sonoma Biotherapeutics, with a background in neuroscience research and a Bachelor of Science in Molecular, Cell, and Developmental Biology from the University of California, Santa Cruz.
Current Role at Sonoma BioTherapeutics
Han Ly serves as a Senior Associate Scientist at Sonoma BioTherapeutics, a position held since 2022. In this role, Ly applies expertise in molecular biology and neuroscience to advance research initiatives. Previously, Ly worked as an Associate Scientist at the same organization from 2020 to 2022, contributing to various projects focused on biotherapeutics.
Previous Experience in Research and Science
Prior to joining Sonoma BioTherapeutics, Han Ly accumulated significant research experience. Ly worked as a Research Associate at Eureka Therapeutics, Inc. from 2018 to 2020, and at Stanford University School of Medicine from 2009 to 2011. Additionally, Ly was a Research Assistant in the Bin Chen M.D. Neuroscience Lab at the University of California, Santa Cruz from 2007 to 2009.
Educational Background in Molecular Biology
Han Ly earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Molecular, Cell, and Developmental Biology from the University of California, Santa Cruz, completing the program from 2004 to 2008. Furthering education, Ly studied at the Institute of Integrative Nutrition, obtaining a Licensed Health Practitioner credential in Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies from 2011 to 2012.
Research Contributions and Techniques
Han Ly has contributed to research on post-synaptic adhesion molecules, focusing on their roles in excitatory synapse formation related to Autism and Schizophrenia. Ly has performed genetic analyses using 96-well plate qPCR, investigated synaptic junctions through mammalian cell culture, and quantified protein levels in neuroligin knockout models using Western Blot techniques.
Project Management Experience
In addition to scientific roles, Han Ly worked as a Project Manager at InBusiness AS for seven months in 2013 in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam. This experience provided Ly with skills in project coordination and management within a business context.