Steven (Chi)

Family Life

Steven was born in a southern province of China. His father, a dedicated professor at a local university, and his mother, an employee of the national grid, both recently retired. They provided a nurturing environment for him. As the beloved only child, Steven developed a quiet demeanor and a deep love for reading. He delighted in exploring the worlds of classic novels and science fiction, immersing himself in their captivating stories. 

Professional Life

Steven was a stellar student, always excelling academically and topping his class. His hard work earned him several academic awards, with Mathematics and English being his favorite subjects. In high school, he proudly represented his school in the National Contest in Chemistry. His impressive academic record paved the way for him to attend one of China's most prestigious colleges.

After four successful years of college, Steven received a full scholarship to continue his studies in one of the top graduate programs in the United States. In 2016, he earned his Ph.D. in Computational Biology.

Inspired to apply his academic knowledge to real-world problems, Steven transitioned to research in the pharmaceutical industry. After completing a two-year postdoctoral training, he became a senior scientist at a world-renowned pharmaceutical company, focusing on discovering new clinical targets for treating neurodegenerative diseases through data analysis. Following four years in pharmaceuticals, Steven joined biotech startups, contributing to the development of innovative therapeutic tools for curing various diseases.



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Personal Life

Steven loves baking, a hobby picked up during COVID. His signature dish is Japanese green tea cheesecake. 

Steven also loves nature, sight-seeing, and photography, a shared interest with Justin.  Together they visited a dozen national parks in the States. 

Favorite movie: The Bourne Identity

Favorite Documentary: The Planet Earth

Favorite TV: Fargo

Favorite Band: Pentatonix