Kevin N.
About Kevin N.
Kevin N. is a Scientist I at Tessera Therapeutics, where he develops platform technologies using functional genomics techniques. He holds a PhD from Harvard University, where his research focused on protein structure-function relationships, and has expertise in CRISPR-Cas9 and DNA methylation.
Current Role at Tessera Therapeutics
Kevin N. has been employed as Scientist I at Tessera Therapeutics since 2022. In this role, he focuses on developing platform technologies that utilize techniques from functional genomics. His work contributes to advancing the company's mission in gene therapy and genomic medicine.
Previous Experience at Glympse Bio
Prior to his current position, Kevin N. worked as a Research Associate at Glympse Bio for a brief period in 2016. This role took place in Cambridge, MA, where he contributed to research efforts for two months, gaining experience in the biotech sector.
Education and Expertise
Kevin N. earned his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from Harvard University, where he studied from 2016 to 2022. His research focused on protein structure-function relationships through systematic in situ mutagenesis. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) from Tufts University, completed in 2016. His expertise includes CRISPR-Cas9 and DNA methylation, particularly in relation to transcriptional and gene expression regulation.
Research Background at Harvard University
During his time at Harvard University, Kevin N. conducted research under the guidance of Prof. Brian B. Liau. His work primarily investigated protein structure-function relationships, contributing to the understanding of molecular mechanisms in biological systems. This research experience laid the foundation for his subsequent work in genomics.
Undergraduate Research at Tufts University
Kevin N. began his academic research career as an Undergraduate Researcher at Tufts University from 2013 to 2016. This three-year experience provided him with foundational skills and insights into scientific research, preparing him for advanced studies and professional roles in the field.