Caleb Davis
About Caleb Davis
Caleb Davis is a Senior Customer Success Scientist at L7 Informatics, specializing in algorithms for mining DNA sequencing data. He has a Ph.D. in Structural & Computational Biology and has contributed to significant advancements in cancer genomics and hereditary disease infrastructure.
Work at L7 Informatics
Caleb Davis has been employed at L7 Informatics since 2020, serving as a Senior Customer Success Scientist. In this role, he focuses on providing support and solutions to customers in the diagnostics field. His work involves leveraging his expertise in computational biology to enhance customer experiences and outcomes. He has been part of the Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area team for four years, contributing to the company's mission of advancing healthcare through data-driven insights.
Education and Expertise
Caleb Davis earned a Ph.D. in Structural & Computational Biology, where he developed algorithms to mine DNA sequencing data for structural variations. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his work in the healthcare sector, particularly in understanding genetic factors related to diseases. He has also completed a Postdoctoral Fellowship, during which he utilized software to discover structural variations in human cancer patients, further enhancing his expertise in genomic analysis.
Background in Cancer Genomics
Prior to joining L7 Informatics, Caleb Davis worked at MolecularMatch from 2015, where he led the development of infrastructure that connected cancer patients' genotypes with relevant publications, clinical trials, and pharmaceutical treatments. His work contributed to the understanding of how TERT structural variations can explain high-risk subgroups of patients across multiple cancer types. He also played a significant role at Gene By Gene, LTD., focusing on hereditary diseases.
Research Contributions and Publications
Caleb Davis has made significant contributions to cancer research, including authoring a publication in Cancer Cell in 2014 that detailed the somatic genomic landscape of chromophobe renal cell carcinoma. His research has been recognized at various conferences, including a presentation at ASHG 2023, where he shared insights from his work on mining DNA sequencing data for structural variations.
Achievements in Infrastructure Development
Throughout his career, Caleb Davis has led the development of critical infrastructure for genetic research and diagnostics. At MolecularMatch, he established systems to connect cancer patients' genetic information with essential resources. Similarly, at Gene By Gene, LTD., he developed infrastructure aimed at understanding hereditary diseases. His experience encompasses designing, developing, and delivering end-to-end solutions tailored for diagnostics customers.