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Naiwen Cui
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Naiwen Wen Cui, also known as Leo Naiwen Cui, is a Postdoctoral Fellow in Feng Zhang's lab at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard. He holds a Ph.D. in Bioengineering from Harvard University, with a strong foundation in Mechanical Engineering.4 His research primarily focuses on advanced CRISPR technologies and their applications in genetic engineering and therapeutics.
Academic Background
- Ph.D. in Bioengineering: Harvard University
- Undergraduate Degree: Mechanical Engineering
Research Contributions
Naiwen Cui has been involved in several significant research projects, particularly in the realm of CRISPR technology. His work includes:
- Development of programmable therapeutics using CRISPR systems.
- Contributions to publications on RNA-activated protein cleavage and metagenomic mining.32
Professional Experience
Before joining the Broad Institute, Cui was part of the Zhang lab from 2019 to 2022, where he contributed to various innovative projects in genetic research.1 His expertise lies in combining computational analysis with experimental biology to enhance the capabilities of CRISPR technologies.
Cui's work is characterized by a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary approaches, integrating engineering principles with biological research to tackle complex scientific challenges.
