Ajay Sapre
About Ajay Sapre
Ajay Sapre is a Senior Scientist at Parse Biosciences, with a background in bioengineering and extensive experience in nanoparticle design and therapeutic delivery. He has held various research and consulting positions across multiple institutions, contributing to product development and scientific publications.
Current Role at Parse Biosciences
Ajay Sapre currently serves as a Senior Scientist at Parse Biosciences, a position he has held since 2022 in Seattle, Washington. In this role, he leads a team focused on new product development and optimization, with a target launch set for 2024. His responsibilities include engaging in new product development and generating on-market product collateral to support the company's value proposition. His work involves collaboration with both internal and external partners to drive sales growth.
Previous Experience in Research and Development
Ajay has extensive experience in research and development across multiple institutions. He worked as a Research Associate at Case Western Reserve University for two months in 2011. He was a Graduate Student Researcher at UC San Diego's Moores Cancer Center from 2013 to 2018, where he focused on cancer research. Additionally, he served as a Technology Transfer Intern at Oregon Health & Science University for four months in 2021, and as an Undergraduate Research Assistant in LaShanda Korley, Ph.D. Laboratory from 2007 to 2010.
Educational Background
Ajay Sapre completed his Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering with a focus on Tissue Engineering at Case Western Reserve University from 2006 to 2010. He then pursued further studies at UC San Diego, where he earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering from 2013 to 2018. His education has provided a strong foundation for his work in the field of biomedical research and product development.
Technical Expertise in Nanoparticles
Ajay possesses significant expertise in the design, synthesis, and characterization of various nanoparticles, including silica, lipid, gold, DNA, viral, and exosome particles. His work focuses on therapeutic delivery systems, which are crucial for advancing medical treatments. This technical knowledge supports his current role in product development at Parse Biosciences, where he applies his skills to innovate and optimize new products.
Publications and Patents
Ajay has contributed to the scientific community through published work and a patent application. His research involved integrating microfluidic dielectrophoresis with biological assays to create a platform for rare cancer cell analysis. This work highlights his commitment to advancing cancer research and developing innovative technologies in the biomedical field.