Haojun received her B.S. in Biology from Nankai University in Tianjin, China. She then moved to the United States to pursue her Ph.D. advised by Dr. Svetlana Lutsenko at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, where she investigated the crosstalk between metal and lipid metabolism. Following her doctoral training, she joined the University of California, San Francisco as a postdoctoral fellow in the laboratory of Dr. Davide Ruggero, focusing on mRNA translational control in cancer and metabolic disorders. In Spring 2026, Haojun will launch her independent research program as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmacological Sciences at Stony Brook University.

Favorites: thinking about the mysteries of evolution/insulin resistance, cooking, traveling with family, and detective novels/movies.

I am a Research Technician in Dr. Yang’s lab at Stony Brook University. I recently completed my Master of Science in Biotechnology from Northeastern University, where I gained experience in molecular biology techniques including PCR, Western blotting, and cell culture. My research interests include gene therapy, molecular assays, and biomanufacturing, and I am excited to contribute to research that advances innovative therapeutic strategies. 

Favorites: Outside of the lab, I enjoy traveling and cooking, which allow me to explore new cultures and cuisines.

I am currently a Postdoctoral Associate in Dr. Yang's lab. I received my Ph.D. from the Guangzhou Institute of Biomedicine and Health, Chinese Academy of Sciences. My doctoral research focused on cancer biology and immunotherapy, where I gained experience in CRISPR screening, mouse modeling, and CAR-T development. I am eager to expand my scientific knowledge and explore the molecular mechanisms that regulate cellular function and contribute to disease development, with a particular interest in mRNA translation and cellular metabolism.

Favorites: I enjoy jogging, swimming, traveling and desserts.

I am a Master’s student in the Physiology and Biophysics program at Stony Brook University. I joined Dr. Yang’s lab, where I am interested in understanding how unique cellular metabolic processes, such as insulin resistance, contribute to diseases and aging. I am excited to gain hands-on research experience and further develop my skills in molecular biology and experimental research as I pursue higher education.

Favorites: I enjoy reading, especially horror and mystery, and exploring new foods and restaurants.

I am currently an undergraduate student majoring in Biochemistry at Stony Brook University. I grew up in Wuhan, China, and recently joined Dr. Yang’s lab. I am interested in understanding the molecular mechanisms of metabolic diseases, particularly insulin resistance. 

Favorites: I enjoy making desserts and reading novels. In my free time, I also like playing table tennis.

I am a senior undergraduate student at Stony Brook University majoring in Biochemistry with a minor in Japanese Studies. I have professional experience at Stony Brook University Hospital, where I worked as a Patient Experience Intern in the Emergency Department and as a Student Assistant in the Specimen Receiving Laboratory. My academic interests focus on metabolic processes and their underlying biochemical mechanisms. I am excited to contribute to ongoing research in Dr. Yang’s lab and to further develop my skills in experimental design and data analysis.

Favorites: Cooking any type of cuisine, listening to music, reading, and gaming

I am currently an undergraduate student majoring in Biochemistry at Stony Brook University. I recently joined Dr. Yang’s lab and am interested in understanding metabolic processes and their underlying molecular mechanisms, particularly in relation to cellular pathways and gene expression. I have gained laboratory experience through coursework and a summer internship in CDC, where I worked with techniques such as qPCR, LC-MS/MS, water quality analysis, and microbiological testing. I am excited to contribute to ongoing research in Dr. Yang’s lab and further develop my skills in experimental design, molecular techniques, and data analysis.

Favorites: I enjoy cooking, listening to music, working out, and gaming.

I am currently a senior undergraduate student majoring in Biology at Stony Brook University. I joined Dr. Yang’s lab, where I am interested in how cellular metabolism controls protein translation, particularly in cancer. Outside the lab, I am a head UGTA for organic chemistry, a volleyball coach, and a volunteer for the Crisis Text Line.

Favorites: I enjoy eating, playing volleyball and basketball, and reading comics.

I am an undergraduate student majoring in Clinical Laboratory Science. I recently completed a summer research internship at the Jacobs School of Medicine, where I gained experience in transfection, Western blotting, and cell culture. I am interested in understanding the molecular and cellular processes involved in metabolism, aging, and disease. I am excited to contribute to Dr. Yang’s lab and continue developing my laboratory skills.

Favorites: I enjoy reading comics, watching anime, and trying new cuisines.