Liangfang Zhao, Ph. D. （赵良方）

Liangfang Zhao, Ph.D. ('赵良方') has a diverse work experience that encompasses roles in business development, retail sales, scientific advising, independent strategy consulting, technology transfer, and academic research.

In their most recent role as a Business Development Scientist at Theralink Technologies, Liangfang's responsibilities include fostering partnerships with drug development scientists for targeted pathway-based proteomics assessment.

Prior to this, Liangfang served as a Retail Sales Lead at REI.

Liangfang also worked as a Scientific Advisor at ERT and completed multiple projects as an Independent Strategy Consultant, where they developed and implemented vertical integration and supply chain optimization plans, conducted due diligence research, and created growth and R&D strategies for various clients.

Furthermore, Liangfang gained experience as a Technology Transfer Intern at the Boston College Office of Technology Transfer and Licensing, a Postdoctoral Associate at Brandeis University, and a Graduate Assistant at the University of Connecticut Health Center.

During their time at the University of Connecticut, Liangfang established novel techniques, secured significant research funding, published papers, presented at conferences, and mentored students and postdoctoral fellows.

Lastly, Liangfang began their career as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at Tsinghua University.

Liangfang Zhao, Ph.D., has a diverse education history. Liangfang started their academic journey in 2002 by attending Beijing No.4 High School, where they completed their high school education. In 2005, Liangfang Zhao enrolled at Capital Normal University and obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Biology/Biological Sciences, General in 2009.

Continuing their studies, Liangfang Zhao pursued a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree in Neuroscience and Biomedical Science at the University of Connecticut. Liangfang attended the university from 2009 to 2014, focusing on these fields of study.

To further their knowledge and skills, Liangfang Zhao undertook a non-degree course in Healthcare Innovation and Commercialization at Harvard Medical School in 2016.

In addition to their formal academic education, Liangfang Zhao obtained certifications in innovation from the Global Innovation Management Institute. These certifications include the Innovation Associate (level 1) and the Innovation Master (level 2), although the specific dates of attainment are not provided.