Samuel Witham

Samuel Witham is a Junior Bioinformatician at Macomics since April 2023, specializing in drug discovery through the analysis and visualization of complex biological data, such as RNA sequencing and CRISPR screens. Previously, Samuel completed a PhD in Synthetic Plant Biology at the University of East Anglia, focusing on engineering gene regulatory networks in Arabidopsis, while also employing bioinformatics for omics data integration. Additional experience includes roles as R&D Director at PurpleTomato Cosmetics Ltd., where Samuel formulated bioactive perfumes, and as Marketing Coordinator at Beneficial Bio, where marketing strategies significantly increased social media engagement. Early roles include clinical trials administration and conservation research, alongside various educational placements that built foundational skills in ecology and plant science.