Patrik D'haeseleer
About Patrik D'haeseleer
Patrik D'haeseleer is a computational biologist with extensive experience in various research and advisory roles. He currently serves as Co-Founder and Chair of Counter Culture Labs and Co-Founder and Scientific Advisor at Real Vegan Cheese, both based in Oakland, CA.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Patrik D'haeseleer has held multiple roles at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL). He currently serves as a Computational Biologist, a position he has maintained since 2004, totaling 20 years of service. Previously, he worked as the Deputy Division Leader for Microbial Systems Biology from 2005 to 2007. His work at LLNL focuses on computational biology, contributing to various research initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Patrik D'haeseleer has an extensive educational background in computer science and engineering. He earned a Ph.D. in Computer Science from The University of New Mexico, where he studied from 1994 to 2000. He also holds a Master of Science in Computer Science from Stanford University, completed between 1991 and 1993. Additionally, he has degrees in Electrical Engineering from both Ghent University and Katholieke Industriele Hogeschool Oost-Vlaanderen.
Background in Computational Biology
D'haeseleer's career in computational biology includes significant roles in various institutions. He was a Postdoctoral Fellow at Harvard Medical School from 2001 to 2004, working in the Church Lab. He also served as a Research Scientist at the Joint BioEnergy Institute from 2008 to 2013 and briefly worked as a Scientist at the Joint Genome Institute in 2009. His experience spans over two decades in the field.
Entrepreneurial Ventures
Patrik D'haeseleer co-founded Counter Culture Labs in Oakland, CA, in 2013, where he serves as Chair. He is also a co-founder and Scientific Advisor for Real Vegan Cheese, a position he has held since 2014. His involvement in these organizations reflects his commitment to innovative approaches in biotechnology and sustainable food production.
Previous Roles and Contributions
Throughout his career, Patrik D'haeseleer has held various positions that contributed to his expertise in computational biology and engineering. He worked as a Community Projects Coordinator at BioCurious from 2012 to 2015 and as a Research Assistant at the University of New Mexico from 1994 to 2000. His diverse experience has shaped his approach to scientific research and community engagement.