Nader Nouri Zad
A dedicated professional with extensive experience in protein biochemistry, specializing in protein expression, isolation, extraction, and purification across multiple host systems. Skilled in bacterial and yeast platforms including Pichia pastoris and Saccharomyces, with hands-on expertise in protein refolding, yeast two-hybrid systems, and protein and DNA assays.
Played a key role in developing Pyrosequencing technology, one of the core contributions to what became Next Generation Sequencing (NGS). This work extended into high-throughput screening, cloning, expression, and purification.
A high level of skill in determining the proper expression system to optimize expression levels of target proteins - with a proven track record of increasing yields of recombinant bacterial, yeast, plant, and human endogenous proteins such as alpha-syn (proteins involved in Alzheimer's), tumor suppressor protein p53, apyrase, and Xyloglucan EndoTransglycosylase (plant biology).
Beyond technical skills, experienced in developing, designing, and executing experiments in compliance with GLP, QC requirements, and standard laboratory protocols.
As a serial entrepreneur, scientific expertise has been applied to identify market opportunities and develop practical solutions, translating research findings into commercial products and services that connect academia and industry.
Contributions extend beyond the lab through publications in scientific journals. Committed to staying current with emerging technologies and research strategies, and maintains a strong sense of ownership across both independent and team-based projects.
Known as an ambitious, respected professional, recognized for a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and high standards.