Lingrui Zhang

I am a researcher with a strong dedication to Precision Editing and Synthetic Biology, bringing a multidisciplinary background in Molecular Biology, Genome Editing, and Epigenetics, complemented by expertise in molecular design. My academic journey began with a PhD in Optics in 2009. Shifting to Molecular Biology at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, I gained proficiency in advanced cloning techniques and exploring intricate molecular processes, such as the unfolded protein response across kingdoms. At Dr. Jian-Kang Zhu’s lab at Purdue University, I expanded my expertise to Epigenetics and Genome Editing, where I conceptualized, designed, and developed gene expression circuits refined through epigenetic regulation, CRISPR-targeted modifications, and optogenetic modulation. This interdisciplinary experience allows me to design, optimize, and implement complex molecular systems. I actively collaborate internationally and have published extensively in peer-reviewed journals, driving advancements in Precision Editing and Molecular Biology.

October 2024