Jinyu Shan PhD, MSc

Jinyu Shan holds the position of a Research Fellow at the University of Leicester and Chief Scientific Officer at Phelix Research and Development, alongside his pivotal role as Product Technical Manager at Youseq, a renowned company specializing in the production of qPCR kits with over 400 unique bacterial, viral, and protozoan infections. Jinyu's academic journey began with a BSc from Shandong University, progressed with an MSc in Life Sciences from Nankai University, and culminated in a PhD in Molecular Microbiology from the University of Warwick.

This robust educational background has cultivated his extensive knowledge in molecular diagnostics, covering the spectrum from design and implementation to commercialization. His professional journey is marked by significant roles across various organizations, including Chief Scientist at Marker Diagnostics, Associate Principal Scientist at the Rosalind Franklin Laboratory, and Deputy Lab Manager at Cignpost Diagnostics. In these capacities, he has garnered invaluable insights into microbiology, cell biology, molecular diagnostics, and assay development within regulated frameworks. A notable achievement in his career is his role as the principal inventor of a diagnostic patent for Lyme disease.

Jinyu has skillfully navigated collaborations bridging academia and industry, leading initiatives in patent filings and licensing agreements. His research interests are diverse, with a particular emphasis on exploring the therapeutic and diagnostic capabilities of bacteriophages, their intricate interactions with human cells, and the meticulous application of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and Quality Management System (QMS). His significant contributions to the scientific community have not gone unnoticed; he has served as a judge for the LymeX diagnostics prize competition and continues to be a prominent figure in numerous professional associations and conferences.

Jinyu Shan aims to pioneer advancements in Lyme diagnostics. Leveraging his decade-long specialization in the field and his position as the principal inventor of a diagnostic patent for Lyme disease, Jinyu plans to navigate the intersection of academic research and commercial application. His project will focus on exploring the therapeutic and diagnostic potential of bacteriophages and the implementation of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and Quality Management System (QMS).