Michael T. Nelson

Michael T. Nelson is a seasoned legal professional currently serving as a Venture Capital/Emerging Company Partner at Cooley LLP since October 2015. Prior to this role, Michael worked as a Corporate Attorney at Foley Hoag LLP from January 2011 to September 2015. Academic credentials include a Doctor of Philosophy in Neuroscience from the University of Virginia, a Juris Doctor from the University of Denver - Sturm College of Law, a Master of Science in Anatomy & Physiology from Boston University, and a Bachelor of Science with honors in Kinesiology and Exercise Science from Willamette University. Additionally, Michael has a strong research background, having been a Doctoral Researcher in Neuroscience at the University of Virginia and a Master's Researcher in Anatomy & Physiology at Boston University.