Dr. Shannon Yan

Assistant Professor

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Biography

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 focus on leveraging biological systems to address complex scientific questions, particularly within the areas of biochemical engineering and synthetic biology. She is an active member in professional communities and contributes to the academic development of her students at Stanford, providing guidance through her role as a doctoral dissertation advisor. With a commitment to teaching, she offers various courses, including introductory and advanced courses in Biology and Chemistry. Additionally, she leads the Yan Lab, where innovative research and education are interconnected to enhance students' learning experiences and drive discovery in biological research.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2023-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford, California

Teaching and conducting research in the Department of Biology.

Courses

BIO 301 BIO 198 BIO 300 BIO 199X CHEM 200 CHEM 301 BIO 199

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.