Thomas Lawson, PhD
About Thomas Lawson, PhD
Thomas Lawson, PhD, is the Vice President of Clinical & Regulatory Affairs, with extensive experience in preclinical, clinical, and regulatory aspects of medical device development across multiple countries.
Thomas Lawson, PhD - Vice President Clinical & Regulatory Affairs
Thomas Lawson, PhD, serves as the Vice President of Clinical & Regulatory Affairs, bringing a wealth of expertise in clinical and regulatory processes across the medical device industry. Dr. Lawson has accumulated 25 years of experience in preclinical, clinical, and regulatory operations, significantly impacting the commercialization efforts of various medical devices globally. His professional journey includes coordination of international studies and an instrumental role in regulatory filings, fostering a robust career in medical science and regulatory affairs.
Thomas Lawson's Education and Expertise
Thomas Lawson earned his PhD in plant pathology from the University of California, Berkeley. His academic background provided a strong foundation for his extensive career in the biotech and medical device sectors. Dr. Lawson's expertise encompasses conducting and coordinating preclinical and clinical studies, authoring regulatory filings, and facilitating successful commercialization of medical devices. He is recognized for his editorial work and contributions to scientific literature.
Professional Background of Thomas Lawson, PhD
Dr. Thomas Lawson has a distinguished professional background, starting with his role at Cetus Corporation, once the second-largest biotech company in the US, where he managed international preclinical and clinical studies. Over 25 years, he handled clinical and regulatory tasks for eight start-up medical device companies, guiding over 80 studies across 13 countries and authoring upwards of 50 regulatory filings, including numerous 510(k) submissions. His contributions have been pivotal in advancing the commercialization of medical technologies.
Achievements of Thomas Lawson, PhD in Regulatory Affairs
Dr. Thomas Lawson has authored over 50 regulatory filings that contributed to the commercialization of medical devices in 27 countries, including more than thirty 510(k) submissions. He has provided initial drafts for over 140 abstracts and journal articles, highlighting his substantial input in medical research communication. As an invited lecturer, he has shared his insights at professional society meetings and medical departments globally, and as a past editor-in-chief of the Journal of Vascular Access Devices, he has made significant editorial contributions to the field.
Publications and Editorial Work by Thomas Lawson, PhD
Thomas Lawson, PhD, is an accomplished author with over 40 articles published in both scientific and general audience journals. His writings cover a broad range of topics in biology, pathology, and medical science. Besides his articles, Dr. Lawson has made notable contributions to regulatory and clinical literature and has been an influential voice as a past editor-in-chief of the Journal of Vascular Access Devices. His editorial work demonstrates his commitment to advancing medical science and regulatory standards.