The Biomedical & Analytical Sciences Team
I research on new medicines seeking FDA approval. I have extensive experience at CLS & Early Drug Development at Labcorp Drug Development Inc. Currently at BioPharmCMC labs at Greenfield, Indiana, and a Research Scientist at Kenya Medical Research Scientist.•Specialized expertise in Biochemistry, Cancer Biology, Immunology, Molecular Biology, Bioassay development, Gene expression & profiling technologies, Cell & Gene Therapy.•Received PhD. in Biochemistry from Dept. of Chemistry labs, Wayne State University, Detroit in Michigan.
I have also worked in Kenya, in Rwanda, in South Carolina and at Wayne State University, Michigan. I am also a visiting Research scientist at Kisii University, University of Nairobi (UON) and KEMRI. I have served in leadership positions that include President; NOBCChE-Wayne Chapter, Secretary; Wakenya in Michigan, Kenyans in Indiana, Kenya Scientists in Diaspora, American Society of Clinical Pathologists, among others.
Dr. Mutunga is a biomedical scientist with expertise in application of cutting-edge molecular biology and biochemistry on understanding vector borne disease of human and animals in a one-health context. From a translational approach, James conducts a bench-to-field bio-efficacy evaluation using in vitro, in vivo, in silico, ex vivo pre-clinical studies and field studies in different epidemiological and ecological settings. Some of the product evaluation pipelines involve discovery and testing of new highly selective toxicants for mosquito control, evaluation of spatial and topical repellents, development of insecticide resistance breaking chemistries, discovery of novel drug targets and understanding disease vector bionomics. He is also undertaking research in evaluating how vector and pest biology is impacted by climate change at the molecular level and how such biological plasticity may define an evolving disease risk and transmission landscape at a local and global scale.
Dr. Mutunga is currently an Assistant Professor in the Biology program of the School of Science, Engineering and Technology at the Pennsylvania State University - Harrisburg. Previously, he worked as assistant research at the Penn State University Park in a program on climate change, health, and the built environment, with a focus on climate change effects on arthropod biology in a One Health context. He graduated with a BS Biology and MSc in Biochemistry from Jomo-Kenyatta University in Kenya. Dr Mutunga holds a PhD in Medical Entomology from Virginia Tech (2011) and a postdoctoral fellowship at the Emerging Pathogens Institute, University of Florida.
I am a college professor with robust research and teaching experience in the fields of Biochemistry, Biophysics, Chemistry and Molecular Biology. I have taught courses and labs in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Organic Chemistry and General Chemistry. I hold a dual Ph.D. in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology and Quantitative Biology from Michigan State University. Also, I have a Master's degree in Chemistry and Biochemistry from Western Michigan University. I am doing research to understand molecular mechanisms behind breast cancer progression and treatment.
Besides, I seek to understand pathogen-host infections by studying protein - protein, RNA-RNA and RNA-protein interactions using biochemical, biophysical and molecular biology techniques. I am passionate about teaching, training and mentoring students as well as helping them nurture critical thinking skills that promote research and innovation.
I have mentored several students (undergraduate and graduate), and various professionals in research and teaching. I have also offered professional consultancy services in educational, employment and career opportunities, USA immigration etc.
You can reach out to me at patrick.ochieng@gmail.com
Dr. Kimutai received his PhD in Chemistry from Wayne State University, Michigan in 2019. He is also an alumni of Fairleigh Dickinson University, 2012, where he received his bachelors degree in Biochemistry.
Dr. Kimutai is a value oriented research scientist with a background in analytical chemistry and biochemistry. He has numerous years developing and validating methods applicable in analytical chemistry and biochemistry. He has a broad and indepth knowledge and skills in areas of chromatography, mass spectrometry, and spectroscopy. He has previously worked in academia and industry developing techniques for monitoring activities of novel drugs both in vitro and ex vivo, screening opioids and illicits, and for classical forensics purposes. He is currently a research scientist in a nuclear national lab overseeing development, validation and enhancement of analytical techniques in a nuclear forensics division.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bett-kimutai
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Dr. Lwande is the Vice President of Technology at CytoSPAR with 14 years of hands-on experience leading applied research and product development for diagnostics and therapeutics. He has great experience in applying advances in basic research to create diagnostic and therapeutic products. His specific projects span a broad range of subjects including microbiology, infectious diseases, cancer therapy, protein therapeutics, immunology, and immune cell-based biosensor development for diagnostics. He is well acquainted with the translational processes required to apply advances in basic research to create commercially viable products and is an author on several US patents in diagnostics and therapeutics.Dr. Lwande’s Previous position was Vice President, Strategic Account Management at InfinixBio, a biotechnology and pharmaceutical based CRO in Columbus, Ohio. In this position, he oversaw all the cell-based diagnostic and therapeutic projects for 4 years. Prior to this position, he had risen through the ranks in the same organization starting as a Research Scientist to become the Lead Scientist and Program Director for cell-based projects. Dr. Lwande did his Post-Doctoral Research at Michigan State University investigating the role of Perilipin 2, a protein, in lipid storage and its effect on obesity and heart disease. Dr. Lwande received his Ph.D in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from Michigan State University where he studied the toxin secretion system in Yersinia pestis, the causative agent for plague. He also holds a Master’s degree in chemistry from Western Michigan University and a Bachelors degree in Biochemistry and Chemistry from The University of Nairobi, Kenya.
Morris Makobongo PhD.
I am a public health microbiologist/immunologist/parasitologist who specializes in antibody applications, cellular immunology and protein/vaccine/antibiotic characterization. I perform biophysico-chemical and functional assays, and in vivo and cell-based in vitro preclinical studies to support clinical trials by evaluating antibiotic/vaccine toxicity, immune responses and in vivo efficacy in small animals (mice, rats, gerbils, rabbits), non-human primates and humans.
Victor Omulo Msc.
I am Vitalis Omulo. I graduated in 2023 from Western Michigan University a MS in chemistry. I am currently working as a quality control analyst for a biotech company in Seattle area.
Magdalene Ameka PhD.
AboutAbout• Over 14 years’ cumulative work experience in biomedical lab research in different disease contexts (Nosocomial cystic fibrosis, metastatic breast cancer, diabetes, obesity and hypertension and innate immunology and immunometabolic research).• Experience at all levels of lab research, from undergraduate lab volunteer, lab manager to lead investigator with independent project conceptualization and design.• Proven innovator (multiple discoveries (novel roles for proteins of interest) and development of novel assays) and effective scientific communicator (multiple publications and awarded presentations)• 5 years of post-doctoral experience in immunology and metabolism research• Long and steady publication record • Specialized in-depth experience in but not limited to: a significant range of molecular and cellular biology, biochemical and immunology techniques, mouse genetics, complex mouse metabolic modeling and monitoring, assiduous cell culture techniques (primary and immortalized cells), multiplex flow cytometry, Inductively coupled mass spectrometry, fluorescence microscopy.• Grant-writing and review: Successful at gaining independent extramural funding, invited grant reviewer• Manuscript, thesis and book chapter and data presentation preparation: https://scholar.google.com/scholar?as_sdt=7,43&q=magdalene+ameka&hl=en• Conference data presentation: Won multiple travel awards to give talks at university, national and international conferences and received speaking awards at a number of these conferences• Initiated and led interdisciplinary meetings of multi-lab research focus groups• Managed successful collaborative studies across multiple labs in different universities• Mentored and managed teams of graduate and undergraduate students (10+ students)• Awarded for efforts in diversity and inclusion• Over 14 years’ cumulative work experience in biomedical lab research in different disease contexts (Nosocomial cystic fibrosis, metastatic breast cancer, diabetes, obesity and hypertension and innate immunology and immunometabolic research). • Experience at all levels of lab research, from undergraduate lab volunteer, lab manager to lead investigator with independent project conceptualization and design. • Proven innovator (multiple discoveries (novel roles for proteins of interest) and development of novel assays) and effective scientific communicator (multiple publications and awarded presentations) • 5 years of post-doctoral experience in immunology and metabolism research • Long and steady publication record • Specialized in-depth experience in but not limited to: a significant range of molecular and cellular biology, biochemical and immunology techniques, mouse genetics, complex mouse metabolic modeling and monitoring, assiduous cell culture techniques (primary and immortalized cells), multiplex flow cytometry, Inductively coupled mass spectrometry, fluorescence microscopy.
Musundi Wabuyele PhD.
Senior Lead Scientist/ Principal Investigator Labcorp Drug Development
Field: Therapeutic & Molecular Diagnostics
Dr. Musundi is a renowned pharmaceutical research and biotechnology expert with over two decades of experience. He specializes in therapeutic and molecular diagnostic research, focusing on cutting-edge bioanalytical, and bioconjugation platforms, assay development, and high-throughput automation. In addition, he is a prolific author with over 2000 citations.
Dr. Musundi's skills include developing and validating methods to characterize, identify, and quantify biomolecules. His expertise lends crucial support to lead optimization, formulation development, and comprehensive CMC analytical testing. His research spans laser spectroscopy, molecular imaging, medical diagnostics, and precision oncology.
He obtained his PhD in Analytical Chemistry from Louisiana State University, concentrating on genome research, particularly mutational analysis using near-infrared laser-induced fluorescence (NIR LIF) and single molecule detection (SMD) in microfluidic devices. At Oak Ridge National Laboratory, he advanced the development of innovative molecular nanoprobes for multiplex detection, combining DNA biomolecular recognition with the surface-enhanced Raman scattering modulation effect for visualizing specific molecular events in vitro and in vivo.
Dr. Musundi then joined GSK's Analytical Chemistry group in Pennsylvania, applying physical and analytical methods to characterize small compounds, explore therapeutic mechanisms, and evaluate predictive ADME properties. He later oversaw quality control laboratories for injectable and oral solid dosage products at Takeda Pharmaceutical in Cambridge, MA. He is currently the scientific lead for various non-regulated, GLP, and GCP investigations involving LC-MS platforms at Labcorp Drug Development, Indiana.
David Achila PhD.
Experienced and innovative Biomedical Scientist with over 16 years of extensive and progressive experience and knowledge in the fields of Biology and Chemistry. Expertise in the following: Phase appropriate method development and validation; technology transfer; bioassay; expression and purification of functional proteins; ability to tackle protein solubility, aggregation, and low yield challenges; biophysical characterization of proteins and their post-translational modifications(PTM); western blot analysis; iso-electric focusing; immune-precipitation; enzymology; and bacterial and mammalian cell culture maintenance and manipulations. Have operational knowledge and experience of bioanalytical instrumentations including FPLC, HPLC, ITC, protein CD, confocal microscopy and FRET
My name is Dr. Rosemary M Onjiko. I am an Analytical Chemist currently working in the Pharmaceuticals field in Missouri. I have also worked in the Agricultural field, Medical device field and had a short stint and the US FDA as a Post-doc fellow.
Joseph Kiprotich PhD.
I am a creative business-minded scientist with 8 years of experience in research, expertise in synthetic, and analytical chemistry and demonstrated leadership skills in diverse roles. As a self-starter innovative chemist, I am able to design new synthetic routes and analytical techniques, possess demonstrated success in solving complex synthetic problems and thrive on challenges, troubleshooting and using my skills to solve problems. With experience studying and working internationally in diverse fields, I have been able to overcome different challenges such as dealing with new work practices and surviving without my usual support network of family and friends. Being in and experiencing other cultures and languages have also made me more resourceful, resilient and adaptable to dynamic work environments.I have expertise and a demonstrated ability to use, troubleshoot and train other students in the working of analytical chemistry instruments including XRD, FT-IR, NMR, and ICP-MS. My proven effective communication and interpersonal skills are evidenced by excellent reviews from 400+ students of diverse backgrounds that I have taught and supervised. As an excellent strategic planner, I am able to act on information and constantly changing feedback to plan multiple research projects while also running daily experiments and keeping track of the larger goals of the project. My excellent organizational and management skills are evidenced by my work as a lab and safety manager where I have been able to ensure effective use of lab resources and compliance with EHS regulations. I am currently seeking new opportunities as an R&D/Analytical scientist, application scientist or regulatory scientist. I bring to a company my technical, leadership and scientific knowledge for product innovation, adding value and commercialization. Let's connect! joseph.kiprotich@outlook.com