Jenny is a researcher-turned-venture capitalist with a strong background in AI, economics, and politics. Initially on a path to academia, she pursued a Ph.D. at Columbia University, where she conducted groundbreaking research on AI capabilities and international cooperation, including work at OpenAI. Despite being on track to complete her Ph.D. at 24, Jenny shifted her focus from academia to the startup ecosystem, driven by a desire to create real-world impact. At Leonis Capital, she bridges the gap between cutting-edge research and venture capital, using her deep academic expertise to guide investments in the rapidly evolving AI landscape.