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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 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.
Stanford University • Stanford, California
Teaching and conducting research in the Department of Biology.
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