Principal Research Scientist
New York, New York, Us
Research in the monoclonal antibody program, conjugating toxic drugs to anti-tumor MoAbs, fragments, and other targeting molecules. Served as the biochemistry portion of a team in establishing conjugation and purification conditions for the development of two conjugates as clinical leads, one of which was approved as Mylotarg. Helped develop new mass spec methodology for protein-drug conjugates. Most recently worked in signal transduction including PI3 kinase and Ras pathway, tyrosine, and serine kinase inhibitor programs. Member of team that developed EGFR kinase inhibitor EKB-569 which led to HKI-272 (neratinib) EGFR-Her-2 inhibitor, currently in clinical trials. Part of small team (led by Director Robert Mallon) that developed two PI3K inhibitors with INDs approved by the FDA in 2009. Responsibilities included fermentation of insect cells, purification, assay development, cell assays, and screening. Also evaluated compounds from mTor, IRAK4, and other programs for effects on PI3K enzymes.