Research Sceintist
Medical College of Wisconsin
Karthikeyan Thirugnanam, Ph.D. is a Research Scientist at the Medical College of Wisconsin, where he leads translational research initiatives at the intersection of molecular diagnostics, biomarker discovery, and clinical application. His work focuses on developing and validating novel diagnostic platforms, including assays for postpartum hemorrhage and traumatic brain injury, with an emphasis on regulatory translation and commercialization strategies.
Dr. Thirugnanam has extensive experience in cell biology, biochemistry, and biomarker validation, and has contributed to multiple peer-reviewed publications in these areas. He actively collaborates with clinicians, technology-transfer teams, and industry partners to advance diagnostic innovations from proof-of-concept to clinical impact. His research interests lie in bridging bench-to-bedside translation, evidence generation, and clinical science to improve patient outcomes.