Virginia Li is an accomplished professional in editorial leadership and scientific communication, currently serving as Executive Editor at FirstWord Group since September 2021, having previously held the role of Senior Editor. Virginia's extensive experience in the industry includes positions as Associate Editor, Assistant Editor, and Staff Writer at BioCentury Inc. from September 2014 to August 2021, along with a role as Communications Associate at Pathways.org. Earlier professional experience includes serving as Research Coordinator at the University of Chicago from July 2011 to June 2013. Virginia earned a B.A. in Biological Sciences with a focus on Neurobiology and Behavior from Cornell University in 2011.