Natsumi Takahashi-Vitiello

Natsumi Takahashi-Vitiello, PhD, currently serves as the ARPA-H Project Lead at the Foundation Fighting Blindness, which began in November 2024. Previously, Natsumi held various roles, including Program Manager at Kelly and Senior Life Sciences Business Strategist at BioHealth Innovation, Inc. Natsumi's expertise spans technical analysis, grant development, and product development in the life sciences sector, marked by significant contributions to projects in molecular diagnostics and biomarker development. A strong academic background includes a PhD in Developmental and Reproductive Biology from the University of Hawaii at Manoa, supplemented by an MS in Biotechnology and a BS in Biology from Roosevelt University. Natsumi has a proven track record in scientific research, data analysis, and educational roles.