Yan Zhang is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biological Chemistry at the University of Michigan Medical School. His research primarily focuses on understanding CRISPR-Cas systems in bacteria and developing novel gene therapy strategies for treating human diseases. Utilizing a multidisciplinary approach that incorporates cell biology, genetics, biochemistry, and bioinformatics, Zhang and his lab aim to uncover new CRISPR systems and invent gene-editing tools. His recent work includes studies on the genome-editing applications of CRISPR-Cas3, investigating both the activation and inactivation mechanisms within these systems. Zhang has published extensively in top-tier scientific journals, highlighting his contributions to the field. He has been recognized with the NSF CAREER award for his innovative research and mentorship.
University of Michigan Medical School • Ann Arbor, MI
Faculty member focusing on research and education in Biological Chemistry.