Ran Meng
About Ran Meng
Ran Meng is a Postdoctoral Associate at Yale University, specializing in biomedical data analysis through advanced programming in Python and R. With a strong background in bioinformatics and expertise in Cryo-Electron Microscopy, Meng has contributed significantly to the field since completing a PhD in Biochemistry at Texas A&M University.
Current Role at Yale University
Ran Meng serves as a Postdoctoral Associate at Yale University, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he utilizes advanced programming skills in Python and R for data analysis in biomedical research. His work contributes to the field of biomedical data science, focusing on integrating machine learning techniques with biomedical data analysis.
Previous Experience at Texas A&M University
Before his current position, Ran Meng worked at Texas A&M University in various capacities. He served as a Research Assistant from 2016 to 2021, where he gained extensive experience in bioinformatics. Additionally, he worked as a Teaching Assistant for four months in both 2017 and 2018. His time at Texas A&M allowed him to develop a strong foundation in computational tasks and data analysis.
Educational Background
Ran Meng completed his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Biochemistry at Texas A&M University from 2016 to 2021. Prior to this, he earned two Bachelor's degrees at Nankai University, one in Finance and another in Biotechnology, from 2012 to 2016. This diverse educational background supports his expertise in both scientific research and data analysis.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Ran Meng possesses advanced programming skills in Python and R, which he applies in his biomedical research. He is experienced in using Linux for computational tasks, enhancing his ability to manage and analyze large datasets. Additionally, he has expertise in Cryo-Electron Microscopy (Cryo-EM) techniques, which are essential for visualizing biological samples at the molecular level.
Early Career Experience
In 2017, Ran Meng briefly worked as a Lobby Manager assistant at the Bank of China in Anyang, Henan, China. This role provided him with early professional experience outside of academia. His subsequent focus shifted back to academic and research roles, particularly in the field of biomedical data science.