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Shannon Yan is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology at Stanford University. She completed her PhD in Chemistry at the University of California, Berkeley in 2015, following a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from National Taiwan University in 2006. Her research interests lie in the field of Cell Biophysics, specifically focusing on live cell force dynamics, mitosis, cellular mechanics, differentiation, and development. Dr. Yan's work involves studying the physical mechanisms that govern cellular behavior and organization, aiming to deepen the understanding of cellular processes during critical growth and differentiation phases. She established the Yan Lab at Stanford University, where she leads a dynamic team committed to pushing the boundaries of biophysical research and contributing to the academic community through innovative studies and projects.
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