Bryan Thornlow
About Bryan Thornlow
Bryan Thornlow is a Data Scientist at ROME Therapeutics, where he leads the effort to curate novel genomic targets for drug discovery. He holds a PhD in Biomolecular Engineering and Bioinformatics from the University of California, Santa Cruz, and has a background in Biology from Cornell University.
Current Role at ROME Therapeutics
Bryan Thornlow currently serves as a Data Scientist at ROME Therapeutics, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he leads the effort to curate novel genomic targets specifically for the company's drug discovery program. His work focuses on leveraging genomic data to identify potential targets that can be used in the development of new therapeutics.
Education and Expertise
Bryan Thornlow earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Biology/Biological Sciences from Cornell University, where he studied from 2011 to 2015. He furthered his education at the University of California, Santa Cruz, obtaining a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Biomolecular Engineering and Bioinformatics from 2016 to 2021. His academic background provides him with a strong foundation in biological sciences and data analysis, particularly in the context of drug discovery.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining ROME Therapeutics, Bryan Thornlow accumulated diverse experience in various roles. He worked as a Medical Scribe and Quality Assurance Specialist at ScribeAmerica from 2015 to 2016. He also served as a Graduate Student at the University of California, Santa Cruz from 2016 to 2021, where he was involved in research and mentoring. Additionally, he held positions as a Research Assistant at both Cornell University and the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, gaining valuable research experience.
Research and Mentorship Roles
During his time at the University of California, Santa Cruz, Bryan Thornlow contributed to the BD2K Summer Undergraduate Program as a Research Mentor from 2017 to 2019. He also worked as a Teaching Assistant for a brief period in 2017. These roles allowed him to support and guide undergraduate students in their research endeavors, fostering a collaborative learning environment.