Todd M. Smith

Biography

 Dr. Smith co-founded Geospiza, Inc. and served in several roles (CEO, CTO) until its acquisition by PerkinElmer (PKI) in 2011 where he continued to develop genomics strategies and products until 2013.  His technical and market knowledge is broad with depth in the areas of bioinformatics, genomics, systems biology, and software systems with a clinical and diagnostic focus. Dr. Smith provides consulting services through Digital World Biology to help organizations develop genetic analysis strategies and technical implementation plans.  Prior to Geospiza, Dr. Smith was postdoctoral scientist in Dr. Leroy Hood’s laboratory at the University of Washington Genome Center where he sequenced the BRCA1 gene with Mary-Claire King.  He has close to 30 peer reviewed and invited publications in human genetics, microbiology, chemistry, computer science and education. Dr. Smith received his B.S. in Genetics and Biochemistry from University of Minnesota and his Ph.D. in Medicinal Chemistry from University of Washington.

Research Interest

 Oncology