Toshiro K. Ohsumi

Toshiro K. Ohsumi is an accomplished researcher and bioinformatician with extensive experience in computational biology, immunology, and bioinformatics. Currently serving as a Research Associate in the Division of Immunology at Boston Children's Hospital, Ohsumi established a pioneering sequencing analysis pipeline that led to the identification of three novel immune disorders and developed statistical methods integrating T cell immunophenotyping with high-throughput autoantibody arrays. Previous roles include Senior Director of Bioinformatics at Be Biopharma, where Toshiro K. Ohsumi led CRISPR analysis for cellular therapies, and Director of Computational Biology at Repare Therapeutics, contributing to drug discoveries through innovative CRISPR screen algorithms. Toshiro K. Ohsumi holds advanced degrees in computer science and applied mathematics, including a Ph.D. from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Notable previous positions also include engineering and scientific roles at Google and various esteemed medical institutions, showcasing a strong commitment to advancing therapeutic techniques and computational methods in healthcare.