Yucheng (Sophy) Gao, Ph.D.

Yucheng (Sophy) Gao, Ph.D. has a diverse range of work experience in the field of biomedical research. Starting in 2013, they worked as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at the National Cancer Institute (NCI), specifically in the Laboratory of Cellular Oncology under the supervision of Dr. Douglas Lowy and Dr. Amy Bouton's laboratory at the University of Virginia. In these roles, they gained experience in conducting various laboratory techniques such as immunoblotting, immunohistochemistry staining, and mouse mammary gland harvesting and processing.

After completing their undergraduate studies, Yucheng joined Northwestern University - The Feinberg School of Medicine in 2015 as a Ph.D. student. Yucheng (Sophy) pursued their doctoral studies until 2021, specializing in an undisclosed area of research.

More recently, in 2021, Yucheng began working at PineTree Therapeutics Inc as a Postdoctoral Scientist. This role was followed by a promotion to Scientist I in August 2022. Although the end dates for these positions are not specified, it can be assumed that Yucheng is currently employed at PineTree Therapeutics Inc.

Overall, Yucheng (Sophy) Gao's work experience demonstrates their dedication and expertise in biomedical research, specifically in the areas of oncology and therapeutics.

Yucheng (Sophy) Gao, Ph.D. completed their education with a B.S. degree from the University of Virginia in 2015. During their time at the University of Virginia, they pursued a double major in Biology and Music. After completing their undergraduate studies, Yucheng went on to pursue higher education at Northwestern University - The Feinberg School of Medicine. From 2015 to 2021, they earned a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree, specializing in Oncology and Cancer Biology.