Jian Yang

Jian Yang, Ph.D., is a skilled Patent Agent at Morrison Foerster since May 2023, with prior experience as a Patent Agent at Torrey Pines Law Group and a Senior Scientist at DCN Dx, where Jian led the development of a rapid cyanide diagnostic assay. Jian's expertise encompasses patent drafting and prosecution for complex inventions in chemistry, biotechnology, and pharmaceuticals, as demonstrated during tenure at Quidel and BD, where Jian supported R&D and patent-related activities. With a research background including a postdoctoral position at UCLA and leadership roles in assay development at Xen BioSciences, Jian holds a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Michigan State University and a Bachelor of Science from Nankai University.