Ziyun Ye, BS

I am a Ph.D. candidate in Microbiology with over eight years of research experience in molecular biology. My doctoral research focuses on understanding how the spatial organization of HSV-1 genome governs the transition from latency to reactivation.  I’ve identified novel regulatory DNA elements within the HSV-1 genome and am currently characterizing their functions using various bioassays and recombinant virus engineering. Outside the lab, I enjoy cooking Chinese cuisine and gardening—although I’m not sure if I’m good at them. My lifelong goal is to travel to as many countries as possible and experience the nature and architecture around the world.