Omid Harandi
About Omid Harandi
Omid Harandi serves as the Vice President and Head of Cell Therapy at SalioGen Therapeutics and is a Biotechnology Advisory Board Member at Penn State University. He has an extensive background in stem cell research and has held various academic and research positions at institutions such as Harvard Medical School and the University of Massachusetts Medical School.
Current Role at SalioGen Therapeutics
Omid Harandi serves as the Vice President and Head of Cell Therapy at SalioGen Therapeutics. He has held this position since 2022, contributing to the company's focus on innovative cell therapy solutions. His leadership role involves overseeing the development and implementation of cell-based therapies, aligning with the company's mission to advance regenerative medicine.
Advisory Roles at Penn State University
In addition to his role at SalioGen Therapeutics, Omid Harandi is actively involved at Penn State University as a Biotechnology Advisory Board Member and Technology Advisory Board Member. He has been serving on these boards since 2022 and 2023, respectively, providing insights and guidance on biotechnology initiatives and technological advancements in the field.
Research Experience at Harvard Medical School
Omid Harandi worked as a Research Fellow in Hematology/Oncology-Stem Cell and Leukemia at Harvard Medical School - BIDMC from 2013 to 2016. During this time, he focused on research related to stem cell biology and leukemia, contributing to the understanding of hematological conditions and potential therapeutic approaches.
Educational Background in Genetics and Stem Cell Research
Omid Harandi has an extensive educational background in genetics and stem cell research. He earned his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Genetics from Penn State University, where he studied from 2002 to 2008. He also completed postdoctoral fellowships at UMass Chan Medical School and University of Massachusetts Medical School, focusing on stem cell and microRNA pathways from 2008 to 2012.
Previous Experience in Plant Genetics
Before his advanced studies in genetics and stem cell research, Omid Harandi was involved in plant genetics at Penn State University. He participated in a fellowship supported by the Vavilov-Frankel Award and Biodiversity International Organization from 2000 to 2001. This experience laid the groundwork for his future research endeavors in genetics.