Chirag Patel, MD
About Chirag Patel, MD
Chirag Patel, MD, is a Senior Scientist at Bristol Myers Squibb in the Greater Philadelphia Area, specializing in tumor immunology and translational research for immunotherapies.
Current Role at Bristol Myers Squibb
Chirag Patel, MD, currently holds the position of Senior Scientist at Bristol Myers Squibb in the Greater Philadelphia Area. In this role, he leads translational research for the clinical development of immunotherapies. His key focus is on myeloid cell activation therapies in human peripheral blood, contributing to advancements in tumor immunology.
Previous Experience at Eisai US
Before his current role, Chirag Patel worked as a Senior Principal Researcher at Eisai US from 2010 to 2016 in Exton, PA. During his six-year tenure, he specialized in immuno-oncology research and was integral in analyzing myeloid and T cell subset-specific responses to target activation and inhibition. His expertise in high-dimensional flow cytometry was a significant asset to the organization.
Research Positions at Merck and Thomas Jefferson University
Chirag Patel served as a Scientist at Merck from 2008 to 2010 in West Point, PA. Prior to that, he held Research Fellow positions at Thomas Jefferson University from 2004 to 2007 and from 2003 to 2004. His research at these institutions focused on tumor immunology and the utilization of primary immune cells, including T cells, monocytes, dendritic cells, and T-regs.
Educational Background
Chirag Patel earned his Master's in Molecular Biology from Long Island University, completing his studies from 2000 to 2003. He also holds a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) from Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, providing a solid foundation in medical and biological sciences.
Technical Expertise and Skills
Chirag Patel possesses significant technical expertise in high-dimensional flow cytometry, including the use of 17+ color myeloid and T cell panels, and flow-based intracellular cytokine staining. He is proficient in operating various flow cytometers, such as LSR Fortessa and FlowJo analysis, and has experience in cell sorting with Bio-Rad S3 and Sony SH800. His skills extend to analyzing immune responses using antibodies and small molecule compounds.