Xia Han

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About Xia Han

Mechanism-driven scientist with broad experience spanning molecular mechanism, phenotypic screening, and translational pharmacology. Dedicated to building fit-for-purpose assays and data frameworks that connect target engagement with functional and disease-relevant outcomes.Expertise includes transcriptomic and proteomic profiling, phenotypic and biophysical assay development, and integration of mechanistic insight across scales—from cellular perturbation to in vivo pharmacodynamic response. Skilled in strategically selecting experimental systems to address key mechanistic and program-critical questions.Experienced in therapeutic modalities including bispecific antibodies and small molecules, with a focus on understanding and quantifying mechanism of action through multi-omics and functional assay approaches. Combines technical depth with agility developed in fast-paced, cross-functional settings to deliver reproducible, decision-enabling data.Passionate about translating mechanistic understanding into therapeutic innovation across immune-oncology and emerging modality platforms, while fostering collaboration between biology, structural biology, and data science to accelerate discovery.