Xiao Yang
Senior Principal Scientist Epicripsr Biotechnologies
Xiao Yang is a Senior Principal Scientist at Epicrispr Biotechnologies, specializing in technology development and protein engineering. She has deep expertise in designing CRISPR-based epigenetic reprogramming systems in mammalian cells to enhance therapeutic performance. Her work spans chemical biology, protein engineering, and functional characterization. Xiao brings over ten years of industry experience leading complex projects and cross-functional teams in collaborative settings.
Seminars
Wednesday 30th September 2026
Showcasing Epigenetic Editing Strategies to Overcome AAV Size Constraints & Improve Payload Efficiency
1:45 pm
- Reviewing engineering efforts on compact gene expression modulation systems (GEMs) for durable epigenetic activation within single-AAV constraints
- Highlighting therapeutically relevant proof-of-concept applications of gene activation tools that enable AAV-based approaches, providing practical insight into their translational potential
