Mark Dessing
About Mark Dessing
Mark Dessing is a Disease Area Specialist in Immunology at Bristol Myers Squibb in Utrecht, Netherlands, with extensive experience in scientific research and immunology.
Professional Experience at Bristol Myers Squibb
Mark Dessing is currently employed as a Disease Area Specialist in Immunology at Bristol Myers Squibb in Utrecht, Netherlands. Prior to his current role, he served as a Scientific Advisor at the same company from 2017 to 2020. His experience there has been substantial and multifaceted, contributing to the company's efforts in understanding and treating various diseases.
Academic and Research Background
Mark Dessing's academic career began with his studies at Hoger Laboratorium Onderwijs, where he achieved a Bachelor of Science in proefdierkunde from 1994 to 1998. He then continued his education at Utrecht University, earning a Master of Science in Biology from 1998 to 2001. He went on to complete his PhD at AMC - Academic Medical Center, studying from 2002 to 2007.
Research Experience
Mark Dessing has held several research positions throughout his career. He worked as a Research Technician at Utrecht University in 1998 and at AM-Pharma in 2002. He also spent 10 years at AMC - Academic Medical Center as a Senior Research Scientist (postdoc) from 2007 to 2017. Furthermore, he completed an 11-month tenure as a Senior Research Scientist (postdoc) at the University of Southern California in 2015.
Publications and Grants
Mark Dessing has an extensive portfolio of over 35 scientific papers to his name. He has also secured 8 personal grants, underlining his active contribution to scientific research and his ability to obtain funding to support his initiatives.
Expertise in Disease Areas
Specializing in multiple disease areas, Mark Dessing has significant knowledge in immunology, fibrosis, auto-immune diseases, infectious diseases, pulmonology, rheumatology, gastroenterology, and dermatology. His over 10 years of experience specifically in immunology and transplantation highlight his deep understanding of these fields.