Caleb Wigham

Caleb Wigham is a Senior Scientist I at Abbott, specializing in the design of high-performance, self-assembling nano-thin protein coatings. With a PhD in Chemical Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, they have developed innovative methods to enhance protein stability and functionality through a novel interfacial assembly model and various analytical techniques. Prior experience includes undergraduate research positions at Texas Tech University and the National Institute of Standards and Technology, where they focused on polymer films and nanoparticle characterization. As a detail-oriented scientist, Caleb seeks to transition from fundamental academic research to a more product-driven role in the biotech industry.