Thao Vu

Thao Vu is an experienced scientist currently working at Dren Bio, Inc. since May 2022. Prior to this role, Thao served as an Associate Scientist and then a Senior Research Associate at Allakos Inc. from October 2018 to May 2022, and as a Senior Research Associate at Achaogen for a brief period in 2018. Thao's expertise includes protein purification using chromatography, small-scale purification methodologies, and protein characterization, as well as cell culture and analysis. Earlier experience encompasses a role as Associate Scientist in Global Bioprocess Development at Bayer, where Thao contributed to process optimization for recombinant protein purification and clinical manufacturing preparations. Thao's career began with a Production Chemist position at BD and included significant roles at Thermo Fisher Scientific, focusing on resin qualification and chromatographic applications, along with early management experience at Group USA. Thao holds a Master of Public Health from the University of California, Berkeley, and a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology from San José State University.