Mark Nelson Ph.d.

Biography

Dr. Nelson has over two decades of experience in drug discovery, medicinal chemistry and the development of therapeutic agents, where his leadership in both chemistry and biology led to the formation of Paratek Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Boston, and the development of two compounds now in Phase I and III human clinical studies. Currently, he interfaces the business and science sectors, establishing relationships with collaborators and clients while expanding both technology acquisitions and intellectual property portfolios. Dr. Nelson holds a B.S. in Chemistry and Microbiology from Gannon University and a Ph.D. in Medicinal Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences from Temple University. He is the primary inventor on over forty patents and has numerous publications and reviews in the areas of drug design, antibiotics, and drug discovery. 

Research Interest

Drug Discovery, Medicinal Chemistry and the Development of Therapeutic agents