Kilsoo Jeon, Ph.D.
About Kilsoo Jeon, Ph.D.
Kilsoo Jeon, Ph.D., is a Senior Scientist at StrideBio, Inc., where he develops large-scale cell bank systems for therapeutic cell production. He has extensive experience in stem cell biology, gene editing, and the generation of human brain organoids, holding 12 patents in these fields.
Work at StrideBio
Kilsoo Jeon, Ph.D., currently serves as a Senior Scientist at StrideBio, Inc., a position he has held since 2021 in Durham, North Carolina. Prior to this role, he worked as a Scientist at the same company for seven months in 2020. His work focuses on developing large-scale cell bank systems for therapeutic cell production, specifically high-quality human induced pluripotent stem cell (hiPSC)-derived cells. These include various cell types such as neural progenitor cells, glutamatergic neurons, and hematopoietic stem cells.
Education and Expertise
Kilsoo Jeon earned his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Stem Cell Biology from Konkuk University, where he studied from 2007 to 2012. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his extensive expertise in the generation and application of human brain organoids, which are three-dimensional culture models. He also has significant experience with gene editing techniques, specifically CRISPR-Cas9, in human iPSCs and mammalian cells.
Background
Before joining StrideBio, Kilsoo Jeon held various positions in research and academia. He worked as a Post-doctoral Fellow at Konkuk University for three months in 2012 and later at the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) from 2013 to 2018. At NIEHS, he served as a Scientist from 2018 to 2020, contributing to significant research in environmental health and stem cell biology.
Patents and Innovations
Kilsoo Jeon holds 12 patents related to the generation of human iPSCs and the establishment of stem cell and iPSC culture systems. These patents reflect his contributions to advancements in stem cell technology and therapeutic applications. His work in developing innovative cell production systems has implications for various fields, including regenerative medicine and disease modeling.
Scientific Contributions
Kilsoo Jeon prepares and presents scientific reports and participates in both internal and external scientific presentations. His experience includes working with lentivirus, retrovirus, and adeno-associated virus (AAV) production and cell engineering. His contributions to the scientific community are evident through his presentations and collaborative efforts in advancing stem cell research.