Years of experience in research and development
YUNG-PEI KO
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Skilled Researcher enthusiastic about supporting advancements in biotechnology. Passionate about increasing knowledge to drive growth and needed improvements. Ready to apply knowledge and 5 years of experience in research.
Overview
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Work History
Hardware Electrical Engineer Intern
CRUISE
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Led root cause analysis and identified more than three failure modes caused by condensation within autonomous drive system computer (ADSC), collaborating with cross-functional teams
- Designed and tested a cost-effective condensation mitigation system in ADSC, implemented the prototype to eliminate routine service and reduced chance of failure by 90%
- Created weather model of more than five cities to predict risk of condensation in ADSC as a part of analysis and qualification study
- Utilized CFD model in developing and simulating hybrid cooling, condensation mitigation solution in ADSC, producing 10 C in cooling and preventing condensation
- Prepared comprehensive and detailed patent application outlining innovative technologies and unique inventions in methods of managing moisture in electrical systems, reducing maintenance and material cost by 50%
- Undertook and documented hardware and software tests as part of ADSC board bring-up, ensuring repeatability of 100 plus procedures and board performance as specified on a separate hardware project
- Improved diagnostic metrics of a test script by creating Python module utilizing Panda library to analyze temperature, humidity, voltage data within ADSC, alarm user when parameters exceed safety range
- Undertook research to demonstrate advantages of replacing ethernet with fiber optics cable to achieve 30% reduction in system cost, weight and improvement in scalability and performance
Graduate Researcher
Kamei Lab UCLA
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Directed independent research in developing low cost, rapid point of care diagnostic device for 1M+ oral cancer patients worldwide through saliva using lateral flow immunoassay
- Executed essential tasks in running lab with 30+ people, including budgeting, managing inventory, maintenance of equipments
- Trained and mentored 10+ undergraduate researchers on lateral flow immunoassay and conducting research
- Displayed expertise in assay development and optimization, focusing on enhancing sensitivity, specificity, and reliability of diagnostic tests, improving overall performance of developed devices by 20%
- Conducted extensive literature reviews with more than 50 publications and market analyses to identify gaps in existing diagnostic technologies, enabling formulation of research hypotheses and experimental designs
- Utilized advanced laboratory techniques, including lateral flow immunoassay, nanoparticle labeling, and signal amplification to fabricate prototypes of diagnostic devices, cutting the production time by 30%
R&D Analytical Chemist Intern
FIRSTSOLAR
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Performed a wide range of sophisticated analytical tests using advanced instrumentation and techniques, including chromatography(HPLC,GC), spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, exhibiting strong technical proficiency
- Executed feasibility studies for solar panel recycling process, evaluating commercial viability and potential impact on market, providing valuable insights for strategic decision making and potential cost saving of more than 20%
- Directed a research project on developing recycling process of solar panels, adhering to cGMP regulations and saving upward of a million dollars through reduction in purchasing costs
Research Assistant
University Of Michigan
01.2018 - 05.2018
- Spearheaded innovative research initiatives focused on the discovery and development of novel therapeutic compounds targeting specific molecular pathways in breast cancer cells, resulting in significant advancements in the understanding of potential treatment options and more than 10% improvement in efficacy
- Presented research findings at University conferences with 100 plus audiences, sharing insights into breast cancer biology, drug discovery strategies, detailing comprehensive data analyses and experimental methodologies
Education
Master of Science - Bioengineering
University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)
Los Angeles, CA06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI2021
Skills
- Assay Development
- Data Analytics
- Project Management
- Cell Culture
- Process Development
- Flow Cytometry
- HPLC
- Gene Editing
- ELISA
- Microsoft Office Suite
Accomplishments
- Patent pending: System and methods for managing moisture in electrical systems
Timeline
Hardware Electrical Engineer Intern
CRUISE
06.2022 - 09.2022
Graduate Researcher
Kamei Lab UCLA
10.2021 - 03.2022
R&D Analytical Chemist Intern
FIRSTSOLAR
05.2019 - 08.2019
Research Assistant
University Of Michigan
01.2018 - 05.2018
Master of Science - Bioengineering
University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
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