RealSeq Biosciences is a spin-out of SomaGenics' RNA-seq business. RealSeq is a family of kits for production of small RNA sequencing libraries and ancillary products. RealSeq-AC has been demonstrated, in peer-reviewed publications and independent comparisons, to have the lowest sequence bias of any available small-RNA-seq method.

SomaGenics has pioneered the development of the sshRNA(R) platform for RNAi-based therapeutics as well as superior tools for RNA detection. Current therapeutic programs address unmet medical needs in chronic wound healing and viral hepatitis. Research tools include the miR-ID line of RT-qPCR products for highly accurate detection of closely related microRNAs including isomiRs, and the RealSeq line of kits for small RNA sequencing, which was recently spun out into a new company, RealSeq Biosciences.

Perform frequently as first violinist with the Santa Cruz Symphony, Monterey Symphony, and various chamber groups including Santa Cruz Chamber Players. Previously played with many groups in California, Massachusetts and Europe. I was concertmaster and soloist with the Berkeley Promenade Orchestra (now the Berkeley Symphony) and played first violin with the San Jose and Oakland Symphonies. Other gigs included New Orchestra of Boston, San Francisco Opera, American Ballet Theater, San Jose Chamber Orchestra, Hollywood movie soundtrack recordings, etc.

Fellowships from NIH and The Medical Foundation

American Cancer Society Fellow