Dustin Elwood

Dustin Elwood is a Principal Scientist at ImmunityBio, Inc. since November 2021, bringing extensive experience in pre-clinical research focused on DNA-based cancer vaccines from a prior role as Senior Scientist at Inovio Pharmaceuticals Inc. from January 2016 to January 2022. Dustin began a career in research as a Graduate Student Researcher at Dartmouth College, where significant contributions included discovering the minimal MYC protein essential for cell proliferation and maintaining core functions. Earlier academic pursuits included investigative research at the University of New Hampshire, earning a Bachelor of Science in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology, followed by a Ph.D. in Molecular Genetics from Dartmouth College. Additional skills include chemistry tutoring and a range of roles in campus recreation.