Hi, I'm Mike Burkart - Co-Founder at Algenesis Labs
I am a molecular architect and venture builder, passionate about transforming scientific breakthroughs into tangible solutions. I thrive at the intersection of academic discovery and entrepreneurial execution, pioneering new paths in chemistry and biology.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Completed NIH Postdoctoral Fellowship at Harvard Medical School, building foundational expertise.
Co-founded Algenesis Labs and Aspera Biomedicines, applying scientific innovation to real-world challenges.
Can help others by providing expertise in organic synthesis, venture creation, and natural product applications.
🚀 Career trajectory
Foundational Research
Began as an NIH Postdoctoral Fellow at Harvard Medical School, building expertise in fundamental chemistry.
✦ Postdoctoral Research
✦ Harvard Medical School
Academic Leadership and Innovation
Transitioned to UC San Diego, establishing a leading professorship and research program in organic chemistry and chemical biology.
✦ Professor
✦ Research Chair
✦ UC San Diego
Entrepreneurial Ventures
Co-founded Algenesis Labs and Aspera Biomedicines, applying scientific discoveries to create new companies and technologies.
✦ Co-Founder
✦ Biotechnology
✦ Algenesis Labs
✦ Aspera Biomedicines
💪🏻 Superpowers
Pioneering Chemical Synthesis
Expertise in developing novel organic molecules and natural product derivatives.
Leveraging advanced organic chemistry techniques.
Utilizing NMR for structural elucidation.
Creating compounds for chemical biology applications.
Translational Research Leadership
Proven ability to bridge academic discovery with commercial ventures.
Co-founding Algenesis Labs and Aspera Biomedicines.
Driving innovation from the lab to market.
Building high-impact scientific ventures.
Academic and Strategic Vision
Guiding academic departments and fostering research excellence.
Serving as Professor and Chair at UC San Diego.
Shaping the future of chemistry and biochemistry research.
Mentoring the next generation of scientists.
I'm excited about
Exploring new collaborations in synthetic biology.
Seeking opportunities to advance sustainable chemical technologies.
Connecting with peers to discuss cutting-edge bio-inspired materials.
I can help with
Offering insights into complex organic synthesis challenges.
Providing strategic guidance on building biotech ventures.
Sharing expertise on natural product discovery and application.
I would love your help on
Identifying potential strategic partners for novel material development.
Finding experts in scaling bioprocesses for new therapeutics.
Connecting with leaders in early-stage venture capital for biotech.