David Medina Cruz, PhD
About David Medina Cruz, PhD
David Medina Cruz, PhD, is a scientist and advisor specializing in life sciences and biotechnology. He currently holds multiple roles, including Scientist II at Alltrna and Co-founder at Novaurum Biosciences, while also contributing to various organizations in leadership and advisory capacities.
Work at Alltrna
David Medina Cruz serves as Scientist II at Alltrna, a position he has held since 2022. He is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. In this role, he focuses on the mechanistic and biochemical optimization of tRNA therapeutics aimed at treating rare diseases. His work contributes to the advancement of innovative therapeutic solutions within the biotechnology sector.
Current Roles and Responsibilities
In addition to his position at Alltrna, David holds multiple roles in various organizations. He is an Advisor in Life Sciences and BioTech at EB Shaw Securities since 2023. He is also a Partner at Markentry USA and a Co-founder and Scientific Advisory Board member at both Novaurum Biosciences and SynCell Biotechnology. Furthermore, he serves as a board member and Chief Financial Officer of Españoles Científicos en USA (ECUSA), demonstrating his extensive involvement in the scientific community.
Education and Expertise
David holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Chemical Engineering from Northeastern University, which he completed from 2017 to 2020. He also studied Nanotechnology at Northeastern University and earned a Master’s Degree in Nanoscience from Universitat Rovira i Virgili. His educational background includes studies in Finance and Financial Management Services at Cornell University, where he focused on achieving financial success for nonprofits.
Background and Previous Experience
David has a diverse background in research and academia. He worked as a Graduate Research and Teaching Assistant at Northeastern University from 2017 to 2020 and served as a Research Assistant at Universidad de Castilla-La Mancha from 2012 to 2016. He founded The Green Chemistry Lab, which became an incubator for startups, and has also mentored startups through programs such as MIT Solve and Nucleate.
Achievements in Leadership and Community Engagement
David has demonstrated leadership and management skills through his roles as CFO and National Treasurer of ECUSA. He is passionate about supporting scientists, students, and entrepreneurs through community-related initiatives. His involvement in various organizations highlights his commitment to fostering innovation and collaboration within the scientific community.