Ana Wang, Ph.D.

Ana has a background in biochemistry/chemical biology with expertise in proteomics. She has a BSc in biochemistry from the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, VA and a PhD in chemical biology from Scripps Research in La Jolla, CA. Ana has worked in a start-up company to develop novel sample preparation workflows for proteomic analysis and in another biotech company as a scientific writer. In her spare time, Ana can be found in a local studio teaching yoga, on the trails backpacking/hiking, or cuddled up with her 16-lb cats with her nose in a book.

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Ana Wang, Ph.D.Mar 19, 2024 6:00:00 AM4 min read

Cell Painting: A Powerful Tool for Deciphering Mechanism of Action in Drug Development

In the field of drug development, understanding the intricate mechanisms by which a drug ...

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Ana Wang, Ph.D.Oct 11, 2023 10:10:21 AM6 min read

Understanding Fat Metabolism: White Fat vs Brown Fat and Bear Hibernation

Adipose tissue (a.k.a., fat), plays a crucial role in energy storage and metabolism. ...

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Ana Wang, Ph.D.Aug 14, 2023 1:58:26 PM3 min read

Cell Painting in Preclinical Safety and Toxicology: Literally Taking a Closer Look

Cell Painting offers immense potential for the future of drug discovery as a powerful, ...

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