Marco Derudas
About Marco Derudas
Marco Derudas is a Senior Drug Designer at Exscientia in Oxford, England, with a strong background in medicinal chemistry and drug discovery. He previously held positions at the Sussex Drug Discovery Centre and Cardiff University, contributing to various research projects over a span of more than a decade.
Work at Exscientia
Marco Derudas has been serving as a Senior Drug Designer at Exscientia since 2020. His role involves the integration of medicinal chemistry with other scientific disciplines to enhance drug discovery processes. Based in Oxford, England, he contributes to the development of innovative research strategies that aim to advance translational drug discovery projects.
Previous Experience at Sussex Drug Discovery Centre
Prior to his current position, Marco Derudas worked at the Sussex Drug Discovery Centre at the University of Sussex. He held the position of Project Leader and Research Fellow II in Medicinal Chemistry from 2016 to 2020. During this time, he focused on leading projects that combined medicinal chemistry with biology and medicine, contributing to successful research outcomes.
Academic Background and Education
Marco Derudas completed his Master of Science (MSc) in Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Technology at the University of Sassari from 1999 to 2005. He then pursued a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Medicinal Chemistry at Cardiff University from 2006 to 2009. His academic journey laid a strong foundation for his expertise in medicinal chemistry and drug design.
Research and Leadership Experience
Marco Derudas has a robust background in leading research initiatives. He served as a Post-Doctoral Research Assistant at Cardiff University from 2010 to 2013, followed by an Academic Intern role at Cardiff University from 2012 to 2013. His experience includes developing research strategies that bridge multiple scientific disciplines, enhancing the effectiveness of drug discovery projects.