Andy Baxevanis
About Andy Baxevanis
Andy Baxevanis serves as the Director of Computational Biology at the National Institutes of Health, a position he has held since 2011. He has extensive experience in the field, including previous roles as Acting Scientific Director and Deputy Scientific Director at the NIH.
Current Role at National Institutes of Health
Andy Baxevanis serves as the Director of Computational Biology in the Office of Intramural Research at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). He has held this position since 2011, contributing to the advancement of computational methods in biological research. His leadership in this role focuses on integrating computational approaches with biological data to enhance research outcomes.
Previous Positions at National Institutes of Health
Baxevanis has a significant history at the NIH, having worked in various capacities. He served as the Acting Scientific Director of the Center for Information Technology from 2019 to 2021. Prior to that, he was the Deputy Scientific Director at the National Human Genome Research Institute from 1998 to 2011. Additionally, he has been the Head of the Computational Genomics Unit at the National Human Genome Research Institute since 1996.
Education and Expertise
Andy Baxevanis earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences from Cornell University, where he studied from 1980 to 1984. He later pursued a Ph.D. in Biology at The Johns Hopkins University, completing his studies from 1984 to 1991. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in computational biology and genomics.
Research Contributions
Throughout his career, Baxevanis has focused on computational genomics, contributing to various research initiatives at the NIH. His work involves developing and applying computational tools to analyze biological data, which supports advancements in genomics and personalized medicine.