Photon Rao
About Photon Rao
Photon Rao serves as the VP of Legal Affairs & Chief Patent Counsel at Lygos, with a robust background in legal matters concerning molecular technology companies.
Photon Rao Title and Role
Photon Rao serves as the VP of Legal Affairs & Chief Patent Counsel at Lygos. His role involves overseeing the legal aspects of corporate development and strategy within the company. With a focus on emerging molecular technology companies, his expertise is instrumental in driving legal strategies that align with the company’s vision for future technologies.
Photon Rao Education and Expertise
Photon Rao holds both a JD and a Ph.D. with extensive knowledge and expertise in legal and scientific fields. He earned his Ph.D. in synthetic organic chemistry from the Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore. Additionally, he completed post-doctoral studies at Louis Pasteur University in Strasbourg and the University of Florida in Gainesville, which further expanded his scientific acumen. His legal experience, combined with his scientific background, uniquely positions him to navigate the complex intersections of law and molecular technology.
Photon Rao Professional Background
Photon Rao brings 20 years of legal experience to his role, particularly in the realm of emerging molecular technology companies. His extensive background includes significant contributions at an Am Law 100 firm and at Threshold Pharmaceuticals. At these institutions, he actively participated in deals worth over $2 billion, showcasing his proficiency in managing high-stakes legal operations and corporate transactions.
Photon Rao Career at Lygos
At Lygos, Photon Rao is responsible for the legal facets of corporate development and strategy. His contributions are critical in championing the drive towards innovative future technologies. Rao’s role ensures that Lygos's legal strategies are robust and forward-thinking, aligning with the company’s growth and technological advancement objectives.