Mohan Pabba
About Mohan Pabba
Mohan Pabba is a Senior Scientist II and Downstream Lead CMC at Entrada Therapeutics in Boston, Massachusetts, with extensive experience in the development and characterization of biotherapeutic proteins. He has a strong background in oncology, immunology, and neuroscience, complemented by a Ph.D. in Neuroscience from the University of Ottawa.
Work at Entrada Therapeutics
Mohan Pabba currently serves as Senior Scientist II, Downstream Lead CMC at Entrada Therapeutics, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he is responsible for the development and characterization of biotherapeutic proteins, including antibodies. His work involves evaluating targets and summarizing the competitive landscape in collaboration with the business development team and external consulting firms. Pabba has contributed to biologics programs from target identification through IND, demonstrating his expertise in early-stage drug discovery initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Mohan Pabba has an extensive educational background in the sciences. He earned a Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry from Kakatiya University, followed by two Master's degrees in Analytical Chemistry from the National Institute of Technology Warangal and Umeå University. He completed his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Neuroscience at the University of Ottawa. His academic training supports his significant experience in oncology, immunology, and neuroscience therapeutic areas, with a focus on biotherapeutic protein development.
Background
Before joining Entrada Therapeutics, Mohan Pabba held several positions that contributed to his expertise in biotherapeutics. He worked as a Scientist in Protein Engineering at Fusion Pharmaceuticals for five years and as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health for three years. Additionally, he served as a Reviewer for Frontiers and as an Associate at Cheeky Scientist. His early career included a role as a Lecturer at Chaitanya Degree College, which provided him with foundational teaching experience.
Achievements
Mohan Pabba has made significant contributions to various biologics programs, particularly in monoclonal antibody development. He has successfully written and assessed RFPs and collaborated with government organizations, CROs, and CDMOs to develop lead biotherapeutics. Pabba has also mentored junior staff, providing coaching and career development opportunities. He holds a certificate in research project management, obtained in June 2021, which complements his extensive experience in project support and communication within multidisciplinary teams.