Martin Shumway
About Martin Shumway
Martin Shumway is a Staff Scientist at the National Institutes of Health, where he has worked since 2007. He previously served as Director of Software Engineering at The Institute for Genomic Research and has significant experience in genomic databases and public health data management.
Current Role at National Institutes of Health
Martin Shumway has served as a Staff Scientist at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) since 2007. In this role, he focuses on genomic research and public health applications. His work involves managing large-scale data projects that contribute to significant scientific initiatives. Shumway's expertise in data transformation and testing supports advancements in pathogen detection and genomic databases.
Previous Experience at The Institute for Genomic Research
Before joining NIH, Martin Shumway worked at The Institute for Genomic Research (TIGR) as the Director of Software Engineering from 2000 to 2007. During his tenure in Rockville, MD, he led various software engineering projects that contributed to genomic research. His leadership helped establish critical software systems that supported scientific initiatives.
Educational Background
Martin Shumway holds a Bachelor of Science in Foreign Service (BSFS) from Georgetown University, where he studied Economics. He also earned a Master of Science (MSc) in Computer Science from Colorado State University. His educational background combines economics and computer science, providing a strong foundation for his work in data management and public health applications.
Contributions to Genomic Databases
Shumway played a significant role in the establishment and growth of the NIH Sequence Read Archive, a petabyte-scale genomic database. This database is utilized by major scientific initiatives, including the Human Genome Project and The Cancer Genome Atlas. His contributions have been vital in managing genomic data that supports extensive research in genetics and public health.
Experience in Pathogen Detection Resource
Martin Shumway has been instrumental in the development and management of the NIH Pathogen Detection Resource. This initiative involves handling big data from prominent public health organizations, including the FDA, CDC, and USDA. His work focuses on enhancing pathogen detection capabilities, which is crucial for public health monitoring and response.