Cheng Tao Yang
About Cheng Tao Yang
Cheng Tao Yang is a Senior Scientist at Adaptimmune, specializing in Cellular and Molecular Biology with a focus on regenerative medicine. He has a strong academic background, holding a PhD from The University of Edinburgh and has contributed to advancements in T cell differentiation techniques and regenerative medicine strategies.
Work at Adaptimmune
Cheng Tao Yang has been employed at Adaptimmune as a Senior Scientist since 2017. In this role, he has contributed to advancements in T cell differentiation techniques as part of stem cell research. His work focuses on developing regenerative medicine strategies, leveraging his extensive academic and research experience. Yang's expertise in Flow Cytometry and Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) plays a significant role in his research projects at Adaptimmune.
Education and Expertise
Cheng Tao Yang holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Regenerative Medicine from The University of Edinburgh, which he completed from 2013 to 2017. Prior to this, he earned a Master of Science (M.S.) in Biopharmaceutical Science from National Yang Ming University, studying from 2004 to 2006. He also obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Life Science from Fu Jen Catholic University, completing his studies from 2000 to 2004. His educational background provides a strong foundation in Cellular and Molecular Biology, with a focus on regenerative medicine applications.
Background
Before joining Adaptimmune, Cheng Tao Yang worked as a Research Scientist at NHS Blood and Transplant from 2011 to 2013 in Oxford. He also served as a Research Assistant at the University of Oxford from 2009 to 2013. These positions allowed him to gain valuable experience in research and development within the field of life sciences, further enhancing his expertise in cellular and molecular biology.
Technical Skills
Cheng Tao Yang possesses strong technical skills in Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) and Flow Cytometry. PCR is a critical method for amplifying DNA sequences, which he utilizes in his research projects. Flow Cytometry is essential for analyzing cell characteristics, and Yang applies this technique in his current role at Adaptimmune. His proficiency in these techniques supports his contributions to advancements in regenerative medicine.