Michael Atkinson
Adjunct College of Arts & Sciences Biological and Physical Sciences Providence
Biography and Expertise
Accomplished scientist with 25+ years of pharmaceutical and diagnostics industry experience leading the development of innovative therapeutic and diagnostic solutions. Proven track record in translating scientific research into commercial products, managing multimillion-dollar development programs, and building strategic academic-industry partnerships. Holds MS in Nanomedicine with extensive expertise in drug discovery, biomarker development, and advanced analytical technologies.
Patents and Patent Applications (US Patent and Trademark Office):
US 11,435,365 B2 – “Markers for Renal Disease”
US 10,436,797 – “Markers for Renal Disease”
US 9,970,927 – “Methods for Detecting Symmetrical Dimethylarginine”
US 9,091,684 – “Methods for Detecting Symmetrical Dimethylarginine”
US 8,828,960 – “Amino Acid Vitamin Ester Compositions for Controlled Delivery of Pharmaceutically Active Compounds”
US 8,778,699 – “Detection of Degradation Products of Canine NT-proBNP”
US 8,481,333 – “Detection of Degradation Products of Feline NT-proBNP”
USPA-20110071096 – “Macrolides Having Antibiotic Activity”
USPA-20100204303 – “Pharmaceutical Compositions for Administering Oligonucleotides”
Education
MS
Northeastern University
BA
Emory and Henry College
Six Sigma
IDEXX Laboratories