Alex Atkins
About Alex Atkins
Alex Atkins is the Manager of Bioinformatics at CellMax Life, where he has worked since 2016. He has a background in bioinformatics, holding both a Master's and Bachelor's degree from the University of California, Santa Cruz, and has contributed to significant research in cancer detection and blood tests.
Work at CellMax Life
Alex Atkins has served as Manager of Bioinformatics at CellMax Life since 2016. In this role, he focuses on the development and clinical validation of blood tests aimed at the early detection of colorectal adenomas and cancer. His work contributes to advancing diagnostic technologies in the field of oncology.
Previous Experience in Bioinformatics
Prior to his current position, Alex Atkins worked at Life Technologies as a Research Scientist from 2013 to 2016 in the San Francisco Bay Area. He also held the position of Bioinformatics Engineer at Novartis from 2010 to 2012 and worked as a Bioinformatics Scientist at XDx from 2012 to 2013 in Brisbane, CA. His diverse experience in bioinformatics spans various roles and responsibilities in the biotechnology sector.
Education and Expertise
Alex Atkins earned a Master of Science in Bioinformatics Engineering from the University of California, Santa Cruz, where he studied from 2008 to 2010. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Bioinformatics, obtained from the same institution between 2004 and 2008. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in bioinformatics and its applications in cancer detection.
Research Contributions
Alex Atkins has participated in multiple publications and abstracts related to cancer detection and blood tests. He co-authored a publication in the Journal of Circulating Biomarkers and contributed to research presented at the ASCO Gastrointestinal Cancers Symposium. His work also includes contributions to a study focused on circulating tumor DNA detection for targeted and immunotherapy selection.