Chen Wan - Genome BC

“Building relationships with project teams and various stakeholders is what I love the most about this work. I always get excited to witness how their innovation in genomics change our life”

Dr. Chen Wan

Sector Manager, Health

604.675.1027

Dr. Chen Wan works as Sector Manager, Health at Genome British Columbia, primarily in the human health sector with stakeholders from academia, industry, and health authorities. She is passionate about responsible adoption of clinical genomics by healthcare system that truly benefits patients. Chen believes her work helps foster innovation of genomics technologies and bring genomics closer to clinical practice. In addition to developing opportunities for Genome BC and Genome Canada funding programs, and managing funded projects, she also leads a diverse portfolio of strategic initiatives such as healthcare professional education in genomics.

Chen holds a Ph.D. in Biophysics from University of Virginia, USA, and had her Post-Doctoral training on liposomal nanoparticle drug delivery systems for both small molecule and genetic drugs at University of British Columbia. Outside of work, she enjoys dancing, skating, hiking or just spending time with her family.