DR
David Rabuka
Founder of Acrigen Biosciences
DR
David Rabuka
Founder of Acrigen Biosciences
Berkeley, California
Overview
Work Experience
Founder, CEO, President
2019 - Current
Global Head of R&D, Chemical Biology
2014 - 2019
Founder, CSO, President
2008 - 2014
Staff Scientist
2001 - 2004
Synthesis of novel aminoglycoside antibiotics, including exploratory research and lead optimization; Design and synthesis of novel carbohydrate building blocks to be used in conjunction with Optimer’s proprietary core technology.
Research Assistant
2000 - 2001
Synthesis of complex carbohydrates and cholesterol derivatives. Developed methodology for sialic acid glycosylation.
Education
PhD
2004 - 2008
MS
1997 - 2000
Bachelor’s Degree
1991 - 1996