Dante Ricci
About Dante Ricci
Dante Ricci is a Research Scientist currently at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, with a background in antimicrobial discovery and functional microbiology. He has held various positions in academia and industry, including roles at Achaogen and Stanford University School of Medicine.
Current Role at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Dante Ricci has been serving as a Research Scientist at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory since 2021. In this role, he focuses on research that aligns with his expertise in antimicrobial discovery and functional microbiology. His work contributes to the laboratory's mission of advancing scientific knowledge and developing innovative solutions.
Previous Experience at Achaogen
Dante Ricci worked at Achaogen in various capacities from 2014 to 2018. He began as a Scientific Consultant from 2014 to 2016, followed by a position as Scientist I for two years. In 2018, he advanced to Scientist II, where he contributed to research efforts for ten months. His time at Achaogen allowed him to deepen his knowledge in bacterial genetics and antimicrobial research.
Academic Background and Education
Dante Ricci holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Molecular Biology from Princeton University, which he completed from 2007 to 2012. He also earned a Master of Arts (M.A.) in the same field from Princeton University between 2005 and 2007. Prior to that, he obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Communication Sciences and Disorders from James Madison University from 2000 to 2004.
Postdoctoral Research at Stanford University
From 2013 to 2016, Dante Ricci was a NIH/NRSA Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Stanford University School of Medicine. During this time, he engaged in advanced research that furthered his expertise in molecular biology and contributed to his understanding of microbial genetics.
Teaching Experience at Princeton University
Dante Ricci has a background in education, having worked at the McGraw Teaching and Learning Center at Princeton University. He served as a Senior Thesis Workshop Instructor from 2008 to 2010 and as a Graduate Fellow from 2007 to 2011. In these roles, he provided guidance to students in their academic pursuits, particularly in the field of molecular biology.