Neena Kadaba
About Neena Kadaba
Neena Kadaba, PhD - Education and Expertise
Neena Kadaba holds a PhD in chemistry from the California Institute of Technology. During her doctoral studies, she solved the structure of a novel membrane protein using x-ray crystallography and protein structure modeling. Additionally, she earned her undergraduate and masters' degrees from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in chemistry and bioengineering, respectively. Her educational background provides a strong foundation in scientific research and advanced molecular techniques.
Professional Role: Entrepreneur in Residence
Neena Kadaba holds the position of Entrepreneur in Residence. In this role, she leverages her extensive background in chemistry and bioengineering, as well as her experience in venture investment and strategic partnerships. As an Entrepreneur in Residence, she works to support and guide startup companies through various stages of development and growth.
Previous Role: Director at Quark Venture
Neena Kadaba previously served as a Director at Quark Venture. In this capacity, she led diligence for numerous investments and represented the Global Health Sciences Fund on the boards of several companies including Eyevensys, IOME BIO, Calcimedica, and EyeYon. Her contributions to Quark Venture were significant in steering strategic investments and guiding the companies in which the fund invested.
Director of Strategic Partnerships at QB3
At QB3, an institute at the University of California, Neena Kadaba held the position of Director of Strategic Partnerships. She was instrumental in creating new programs to accelerate startup companies and collaborated with QB3's venture fund, Mission Bay Capital. Her role involved building strategic alliances and fostering innovation within the startup ecosystem.
Kauffman Fellow and Venture Investment Associate
Neena Kadaba was a Kauffman Fellow while working as an Associate in Venture Investment at Itochu Technology, Inc., the California office of the Japanese trading company Itochu. During her tenure, she gained valuable experience in venture capital and investment strategies, which helped shape her career in the venture industry. She initially began her career in venture at California Technology Ventures, further building her expertise in the field.