Brian Shao
About Brian Shao
Brian Shao is a scientist with a PhD in Organic Chemistry from UCLA and currently works at Terray Therapeutics, where he focuses on synthetic organic chemistry for pharmaceutical applications.
Work at Terray Therapeutics
Brian Shao has been employed as a Scientist at Terray Therapeutics since 2020. In this role, he contributes to research in synthetic organic chemistry, specifically focusing on pharmaceutical applications. His work involves applying his knowledge and expertise to develop innovative solutions in the field of drug discovery and development.
Education and Expertise
Brian Shao earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Organic Chemistry from the University of California, Los Angeles, where he studied from 2015 to 2019. Prior to this, he obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry from the University of California, Davis, completing his degree from 2011 to 2015. His academic background is complemented by his expertise in glycochemistry, developed during his research experience at Academia Sinica in Taiwan.
Background
Brian Shao completed his high school education at Alhambra High School from 2007 to 2011. He began his research career as an Undergraduate Researcher at UC Davis from 2014 to 2015, where he gained foundational experience in medicinal and pharmaceutical chemistry. Following this, he worked as a Graduate Student at UCLA from 2015 to 2019, furthering his studies and research in organic chemistry.
Previous Research Experience
Before joining Terray Therapeutics, Brian Shao conducted research at Academia Sinica in Taiwan for three months in 2014, focusing on glycochemistry. This experience provided him with valuable insights and skills that he later applied in his academic and professional pursuits. His early research at UC Davis also laid the groundwork for his specialization in medicinal and pharmaceutical chemistry.