Clemens Duerrschmid, Ph.D., is a highly accomplished scientist with extensive expertise in biotechnology and spatial phenotyping. Currently serving as Senior Technical Applications Scientist and Team Lead at Akoya Biosciences, Inc., since January 2020, Clemens has demonstrated exceptional sales performance, achieving over 70% growth year-over-year in instrument and reagent sales. Previous roles include Senior Research Associate at Case Western Reserve University and Harrington Discovery Institute, where significant contributions to rare disease therapy research and drug development occurred. With a Ph.D. in Biotechnology from the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU), Clemens boasts a robust background in academic research, including postdoctoral and predoctoral fellowships, showcasing skills in experimental design, data analysis, and project management throughout various prestigious institutions.