Zian (Zane) Liu
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Last updated July 2017
Contact Information
E-mail: zian@chairmanzian.com
Education
University of California, Berkeley and San Francisco (joint)
Master of Translational Medicine (M.T.M.), Jun 2017
Advanced Coursework in Regulatory Sciences, UCSF-Stanford CERSI
University of California, Berkeley
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) with High Honors in Bioengineering, May 2016
Minor Certificate in Public Policy, Goldman School of Public Policy
Certificate, Synthetic Biology Engineering Research Center (SynBERC)
Skills
Medical Device Development
FDA regulation, compliance, 510(k), IDE, reimbursement strategy, user studies, market research
Quality System Engineering
21 CFR 820, ISO 13485, ISO 14971, design controls, validation, verification, clinical evaluation
Programming and Data Analysis
Python, NumPy, Java, R, Ruby, HTML, JavaScript, COMSOL, MATLAB
Bioengineering and Laboratory
Molecular cloning, cell culture, PCR, western blot, ELISA, DNA/RNA extraction
Medical Device & Digital Health
Respira Labs
Regulatory Affairs and IP Consultant (2017). Conducted regulatory, patentability, and freedom-to-operate analysis. Advised company founders on ensuring compliance throughout product development.
Open MS BioScreen, Bove Lab, UCSF Neurology
Regulatory Lead and Graduate Researcher (2016 - 2017). Developed a web application that helps physicians and patients track and manage multiple sclerosis (MS) patients’ symptoms and unique disease presentations. Created and ensured adoption of an FDA-exempt regulatory strategy.
Drug-Delivering Contact Lens Project, UCSF Ophthalmology and Berkeley Biodesign
Biodesign Student (2015 - 2016). Designed a dual-layer drug-eluting contact lens to deliver antifungal drug natamycin to treat corneal ulcers, targeted for use in developing countries.
Policy Analysis
“Bioweapons for Dummies”, Goldman School of Public Policy
Biosecurity Researcher (2015 - 2016) advised by Stephen Maurer, JD. Studied the impacts of synthetic biology and amateur “biohacking” on national security, and proposed policies to decrease the biosecurity risk of such activities
Laboratory and Teaching
Department of Molecular and Cell Biology, UC Berkeley
Biophysical Chemistry Tutor (2014 - 2016). Presented 50+ lectures on protein structural analysis, thermodynamics, and enzyme kinetics at weekly tutoring sessions, attracting an average attendance of 30-50 students.
Undergraduate Biology Laboratory Instructor (2015). Aided in teaching general biology to 30+ undergraduates over 10+ sessions. Supervised rat, cockroach, earthworm, and crayfish dissections.
Joint Bioenergy Institute, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
Undergraduate Researcher (2014 - 2015). Engineered S. cerevisiae to overproduce biofuel molecules in yeast, employing synthetic biology and CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing technology.
Publications
Articles
- Liu Z, “Bioweapons… for dummies? ” Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists, Sep 2015
Conferences and Seminars
- Haack A, Lin I, Liu Z, and Shrestha A “A Drug Eluting Contact Lens for Corneal Ulceration,” presented at Rice 360° 6th Annual Undergraduate Global Health Technologies Design Competition, Houston, Texas, USA, Apr 2016.
- Liu Z, “Bioweapons… for Dummies? Evaluating the Treat of Rogue Biohacking,” presented at Departmental Seminar, James Martin Center for Nonproliferation Studies, Middlebury Institute of International Studies, Monterey, California, USA, Feb 2016.
Professional Affiliations and Leadership
Bioengineering Honor Society at UC Berkeley
BioEHSC Co-Founder and Adviser (2014 - present); member since 2013
Former President and Academic Officer
Spearheaded new programs to promote career readiness, industrial partnerships, and educational outreach. Founded the BioEHSC, the only comprehensive bioengineering research and design competition for U.S. high schools.
Tau Beta Pi, the Engineering Honor Society, CA-A Chapter
Alumnus Advisor (2016 - present); member since 2013
Former Recording Secretary and longest-serving committee chair
Oversaw sustainability and knowledge retention efforts. Led the 501(c)3 project, coordinating with Advisory Board members and pro-bono lawyers to revise bylaws and practices to secure tax-exempt status.
Biomedical Engineering Society, UC Berkeley Chapter
Member since 2012
Directed fundraising efforts targeting local small businesses for the 2012 “Fall Reception” professional dinner and the 2013 inaugural “Legacy Night” alumni dinner.
Interests
Fountain pen calligraphy, menswear and fashion, current affairs, coffee, educational outreach, photography, public speaking
