Rudy Ham-Zhu
Scientific Expertise
Scientists come to me with a small amount of something cool.
With my background in biotechnology and biochemical engineering, I lead groups of people to figure out how to make tons of it, literally.
Currently, I am working on a stealth company where I am using my skillset in fermentation, immunology and food science. Stayed tuned for future updates.
Some Past Projects
Beyond Meat
Led a team to use fermentation to make whole-cut steak. Other projects remain a secret.
AstraZeneca
Led a team to make COVID-19 vaccine for Latin America and Australia.
BASF
Led a team to make BASF's first protease enzyme for laundry applications.
Atara Biotherapeutics
Making the first off-the-shelf T-cell therapy for Post-Transplant Lymphoproliferative Syndrome
Awards and Accolades
LinkedIn Top Voice
0.0004% of LinkedIn users receive the Top Voice distinction per year, invitation-only and recognizes members who consistently demonstrate expertise, leadership, and high-quality engagement in their fields
TEDx Speaker
TED is a nonprofit organization devoted to spreading ideas, usually in the form of short, powerful talks on a wide range of topics. Topics related to biotechnology
Techstars Entrepreneur
Techstars is a global startup accelerator and venture capital firm that provides early-stage entrepreneurs with funding, mentorship, and access to a worldwide network to help them succeed. One of the most selective accelerators in the world