Thomas Matthew
About Thomas Matthew
Thomas Matthew is a Bioinformatics Scientist at IGM Biosciences, specializing in computational biology and cancer research. He has extensive experience in academic and industry settings, including roles at UC Santa Cruz, Amgen, and UCSF.
Work at IGM Biosciences
Thomas Matthew has been employed at IGM Biosciences as a Bioinformatics Scientist since 2020. In this role, he applies his expertise in computational biology to support cancer research initiatives. His work focuses on analyzing biological data to contribute to the understanding of cancer mechanisms and the development of therapeutic strategies.
Previous Experience in Bioinformatics
Prior to his current position, Thomas Matthew worked at UC Santa Cruz as a Graduate Student Researcher from 2014 to 2019. During his Ph.D. training, he engaged in research that enhanced his skills in computational biology. He also held a role at Amgen as a Senior Associate in Therapeutic Discovery from 2011 to 2014, where he contributed to drug discovery efforts. Earlier in his career, he interned at the University of California, San Francisco in the Department of Anesthesia from 2010 to 2011.
Educational Background
Thomas Matthew completed his Bachelor of Science degree at the University of San Francisco from 2005 to 2009. He then pursued further studies at the University of California, Berkeley from 2009 to 2011. He obtained his Doctor of Philosophy degree from the University of California, Santa Cruz, where he studied from 2014 to 2019, focusing on computational biology and cancer research.
Expertise in Cancer Research
Thomas Matthew has developed significant expertise in computational biology, particularly in the context of cancer research. His work includes contributions to biomarker and target discovery, which are essential for advancing cancer treatment and understanding disease mechanisms. This specialization supports his current role in bioinformatics at IGM Biosciences.