Network origin in Neil Ward first degree
| Entity | Entity type | Industry | |
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| Public Company | Biotechnology | 94 | |
| Public Company | Medical Specialties | 28 |
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Companies connected to Neil Ward via their personal network
| Company | Sector | Related people | Main position |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of California, Berkeley | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Director/Board Member Consultant / Advisor Corporate Officer/Principal Doctorate Degree Masters Business Admin Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| Stanford University | College/University | Masters Business Admin Graduate Degree Director of Finance/CFO Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Doctorate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
National Academy of Medicine (United States)
 National Academy of Medicine (United States) Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The National Academy of Medicine (United States) is based in Washington and is focused on improving the health and well-being of individuals through various initiatives. These initiatives include the clinician well-being collaborative, which aims to accelerate the implementation of a national plan for health workforce well-being, and the development of a code of conduct for the use of artificial intelligence in health care. The organization also provides resources to support meaningful community engagement in health and health care programs and policies. Recently, the National Academy of Medicine announced the appointment of Mandy Cohen, a member of the organization, as the director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Additionally, the organization has released a publication celebrating 50 years of progress in biomedical science, health, and health care. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
GRAIL LLC
 GRAIL LLC Medical SpecialtiesHealth Technology GRAIL, Inc. is a healthcare company. It engages in the development of a technology for early detection of cancer. The company was founded by Jeffrey T. Huber, William H. Rastetter, and Mostafa Ronaghi on September 11, 2015 and is headquartered in Menlo Park, CA. | Medical Specialties | Chief Executive Officer Chairman Founder Founder Founder Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| University of California San Diego | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Doctorate Degree Corporate Officer/Principal Graduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| VERACYTE, INC. | Medical Specialties | Chairman Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Chief Executive Officer Chief Tech/Sci/R&D Officer | |
IIF Management Co. LLC
 IIF Management Co. LLC Investment ManagersFinance IIF Management Co LLC (Illumina Ventures) is a venture capital firm founded in 2015 by Nicholas J. Naclerio. The firm is headquartered in Foster City, California. | Investment Managers | Consultant / Advisor Consultant / Advisor Consultant / Advisor Founder Private Equity Investor | |
| University of California, Los Angeles | College/University | Masters Business Admin Masters Business Admin Undergraduate Degree Doctorate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
BlueGnome Ltd.
 BlueGnome Ltd. Packaged SoftwareTechnology Services BlueGnome Ltd. provides application software services. It offers solutions for detection of copy number variation in the human genome. The firm's main application areas include analysis of constitutional samples to elucidate genetic disease, investigation of haematological malignancies and aneuploidy screening of single cells. The company was founded on October 15, 2001 and is headquartered in Saffron Walden, the United Kingdom. | Packaged Software | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
RainDance Technologies, Inc.
 RainDance Technologies, Inc. Medical SpecialtiesHealth Technology RainDance Technologies, Inc. engages in the development and commercialization of professional laboratory system. It develops and manufactures genomic tools for non-invasive liquid biopsy applications for the research, early detection, treatment of cancer, and inherited and infectious diseases. The company was founded by Andrew Griffiths, Darren R. Link, and Jerome Bibette in 2004 and is headquartered in Billerica, MA. | Medical Specialties | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Chief Executive Officer Director/Board Member | |
American Academy of Arts & Sciences
 American Academy of Arts & Sciences Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The American Academy of Arts & Sciences is an organization that honors excellence and brings together leaders. The non-profit company is based in Cambridge, MA. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
National Academy of Sciences
 National Academy of Sciences Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services National Academy of Sciences operates as a private, nongovernmental institution that advises on issues related to science and technology. It provides independent, objective analysis and advice and conducts other activities to solve complex problems and inform public policy decisions. The firm also encourages education and research, recognize outstanding contributions to knowledge, and increase public understanding in matters of science. The company was founded on March 3, 1863 and is headquartered in Washington, DC. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Illumina Accelerator
 Illumina Accelerator Investment ManagersFinance Illumina Accelerator is a venture capital subsidiary of Illumina, Inc founded in 2014 by Mostafa Ronaghi and Amanda L. Cashin. The firm is headquartered in San Francisco, California. | Investment Managers | Private Equity Investor Founder Consultant / Advisor Consultant / Advisor | |
California Institute of Technology
 California Institute of Technology Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services California Institute of Technology provides education focusing on science, engineering, academia, business, and public service. The company was founded in 1891 and it is headquartered in Pasadena, CA. | College/University | Director/Board Member Doctorate Degree Doctorate Degree Director/Board Member | |
| University of California, Davis | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Doctorate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| University of Michigan | College/University | Doctorate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Doctorate Degree | |
National Academy of Engineering
 National Academy of Engineering Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Part of The National Academies of Science, the National Academy of Engineering operates as a professional membership organization. The company is based in Washington. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Veracyte SD, Inc.
 Veracyte SD, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Decipher Biosciences, Inc. is a commercial-stage precision oncology company which engages in patient care improvement. The Company?s differentiated approach measures the biological activity of a patient?s entire tumor genome, known as whole transcriptome analysis, and applies proprietary machine learning algorithms to improve therapy selection and accelerate adoption of new therapies into the standard of care. Its novel prostate cancer genomic testing products examine the underlying biology of a patient?s tumor, enabling physicians to select an optimal therapy. The firm?s whole transcriptome analysis of clinical patient samples from its commercial channel and its participation in practice-changing clinical trials has allowed it to build and expand its Decipher GRID database GRID. The company was founded by Elai Davicioni, Timothy J. Triche, Bruce A. Schmidt, and Jonathan D. Buckley and is headquartered in San Diego, CA. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Chairman Chief Executive Officer Director of Finance/CFO | |
Verinata Health, Inc.
 Verinata Health, Inc. Medical/Nursing ServicesHealth Services Verinata Health, Inc. focuses on maternal and fetal health. It develop and offer non-invasive tests for early identification of fetal chromosomal abnormalities. The firm's products include 'verifi' prenatal test, a non-invasive test that detects three primary aneuploidies for trisomies 21, 18 and 13 from a single maternal blood draw as early as 10 weeks and 'Monosomy X', a test for Turner syndrome. The company was founded by Michael D. Grisham and Richard P. Rava in 2001 and is headquartered in San Diego, CA. | Medical/Nursing Services | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Chief Executive Officer | |
| Indian Institute of Technology Bombay | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Graduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| NEKTAR THERAPEUTICS | Pharmaceuticals: Major | Director of Finance/CFO Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Delfi Diagnostics, Inc.
 Delfi Diagnostics, Inc. Medical/Nursing ServicesHealth Services Delfi Diagnostics, Inc. engages in the development of blood test for detection and interception of cancer. It uses artificial intelligence and whole genome sequencing to detect patterns of DNA fragmentation in the blood of patients with cancer. The company is headquartered in Baltimore, MD. | Medical/Nursing Services | Consultant / Advisor Chief Executive Officer Director/Board Member | |
Roche Diagnostics Corp.
 Roche Diagnostics Corp. Medical SpecialtiesHealth Technology Roche Diagnostics Corp. develops and manufactures diagnostic products. It offers anticoagulation management, blood gas and electrolytes, cholesterol and urinalysis products. The firm provides a broad portfolio of tools that help healthcare providers in the prevention, diagnosis and management of diseases like HPV, HIV, heart failure and diabetes, as well as other medical conditions, such as fertility and blood coagulation. Its products and services uses by researchers, physicians, patients, hospitals and laboratories worldwide. The company was founded in 1964 by Willard Eason and is headquartered in Indianapolis, IN. | Medical Specialties | Chief Tech/Sci/R&D Officer Director of Finance/CFO President | |
| PFIZER, INC. | Pharmaceuticals: Major | Chief Tech/Sci/R&D Officer Director/Board Member Director of Finance/CFO | |
Genentech, Inc.
 Genentech, Inc. BiotechnologyHealth Technology Genentech, Inc. develops, manufactures and markets pharmaceutical products for life-threatening medical conditions. It studies various areas including oncology, immunology, neuroscience, ophthalmic diseases, microbial pathogenesis, metabolic diseases, cardiovascular diseases, and opportunistic areas. The company was founded by Herb W. Boyer and Robert A. Swanson in 1976 and is headquartered in South San Francisco, CA. | Biotechnology | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| GILEAD SCIENCES, INC. | Biotechnology | Chief Executive Officer Director of Finance/CFO Investor Relations Contact | |
| Massachusetts Institute of Technology | College/University | Corporate Officer/Principal Graduate Degree Doctorate Degree | |
CONNECT
 CONNECT Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services CONNECT creates and scales companies in the technology and life sciences sectors. It creates an environment in which entrepreneurs and C-suite executives have access to the people, capital, and technology resources. The organization was founded in 1985 and is headquartered in San Diego, CA. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| San Diego State University | College/University | Graduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| AFFYMETRIX, INC. | Medical Specialties | Director of Finance/CFO Director/Board Member President | |
Hoffmann-La Roche, Inc.
 Hoffmann-La Roche, Inc. BiotechnologyHealth Technology Hoffmann-La Roche, Inc. manufactures pharmaceutical drugs. Its products include influenza fighter Tamiflu, controversial acne medication Accutane, HIV inhibitor Fuzeon, obesity drug Xenical, and hepatitis C therapy Pegasys. The company was founded in 1896 Roche and is headquartered in Nutley, NJ. | Biotechnology | Sales & Marketing Corporate Officer/Principal Chief Executive Officer | |
Duke University
 Duke University Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Duke University is an academic university that offers undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. It also has publications and research services. The university was founded in 1838 and is headquartered in Durham, NC. | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Gen-Probe, Inc.
 Gen-Probe, Inc. Medical SpecialtiesHealth Technology Gen-Probe, Inc. develops, manufactures and markets rapid, accurate and molecular diagnostic products and services that are used primarily to diagnose human diseases, screen donated human blood, and ensure transplant compatibility. It also develops and manufactures the PROCLEIX assays, which are used to detect human immunodeficiency virus, the hepatitis C virus, the hepatitis B virus, and the West Nile virus in donated human blood. The firm's clinical diagnostics products include APTIMA family of assays, which are used to detect the common STDs chlamydia and gonorrhea. Gen-Probe was founded by Thomas H. Adams and David E. Kohne in 1983 and is headquartered in San Diego, CA. | Medical Specialties | Corporate Officer/Principal Sales & Marketing Director/Board Member | |
Roche Molecular Systems, Inc.
 Roche Molecular Systems, Inc. Medical/Nursing ServicesHealth Services Roche Molecular Systems, Inc. develops and produces molecular-based diagnostic tests and automated testing platforms. It specializes in oncology, virology, microbiology and blood screening tests areas. The firm's customers include researchers, physicians, patients, hospitals, laboratories and blood banks. The company is headquartered in Pleasanton, CA. | Medical/Nursing Services | Chief Executive Officer Corporate Officer/Principal Director/Board Member | |
| PERSONALIS, INC. | Medical/Nursing Services | Director/Board Member Chairman Sales & Marketing | |
| University of Wisconsin | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Doctorate Degree | |
Beckman Coulter, Inc.
 Beckman Coulter, Inc. Medical SpecialtiesHealth Technology Beckman Coulter, Inc. manufactures and distributes biomedical testing instrument systems and general biomedical research products. It develops and markets products that simplify, automate and innovate complex biomedical testing. The firm’s systems operate in both diagnostics and life sciences laboratories on seven continents. Its products improve the productivity of medical professionals and scientists, supplying critical information for improving patient health and delivering trusted solutions for research and discovery. The company was founded in 1935 by Arnold O. Beckman and is headquartered in Brea, CA. | Medical Specialties | General Counsel Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| BIO-RAD LABORATORIES, INC. | Medical Specialties | Corporate Officer/Principal Director/Board Member Corporate Officer/Principal | |
MDV Management Co. LLC
 MDV Management Co. LLC Investment ManagersFinance MDV Management Co. LLC (MDV Management) is a venture capital firm founded in 1983. The firm is headquartered in San Mateo, CA. | Investment Managers | Private Equity Investor Private Equity Investor | |
| BIOGEN INC. | Pharmaceuticals: Major | Chairman Chief Executive Officer | |
Cellanome, Inc.
 Cellanome, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Cellanome, Inc. is a company that specializes in sequencing, microfluidics, and integrated sensors, as well as molecular biology and biochemistry. Cellanome is based in Redwood City, CA. The company has a team of experienced professionals and has partnered with leading life science investors. The CEO of the company is Ali Agah. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Chief Executive Officer Founder | |
Helix Holdings I, LLC
 Helix Holdings I, LLC BiotechnologyHealth Technology Helix Holdings I, LLC is a biotechnology company that operates in the field of life sciences. The private company is based in San Mateo, CA. The CEO of the company is James Lu. | Biotechnology | Chairman Director/Board Member | |
| Stanford University School of Medicine | College/University | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| SEER, INC. | Biotechnology | President Director/Board Member | |
Biomodal Ltd.
 Biomodal Ltd. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Cambridge Epigenetix Ltd. provides epigenetic tools. Its TrueMethyl oxidative bisulfite sequencing, a novel technology that pioneers single-base resolution sequencing of the modified bases hydroxymethyl cytosine and methylcytosine. The firm's TrueMethyl enables analysis of the DNA methylome offers basic research, pharmaceutical discovery and diagnostics and TrueMethyl can be used with methylation arrays and targeted assays. The company was founded by Shankar Balasubramanian, Michael Booth and Bobby Yerramilli-Rao in 2012 and is headquartered in Cambridge, the United Kingdom. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Director/Board Member Chief Executive Officer | |
| Stanford Genome Technology Center | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | ||
Illumina Cambridge Ltd.
 Illumina Cambridge Ltd. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Illumina Cambridge Ltd. develops, manufactures and commercializes instruments, consumables and technologies for the analysis of DNA and genetic variation. The company was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Saffron Walden, the United Kingdom. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member |
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International
| United States | 46 |
| United Kingdom | 4 |
| Belgium | 2 |
| India | 2 |
Sectoral
| Health Technology | 19 |
| Consumer Services | 13 |
| Commercial Services | 10 |
| Finance | 6 |
| Health Services | 5 |
Operational
| Director/Board Member | 488 |
| Corporate Officer/Principal | 254 |
| Independent Dir/Board Member | 151 |
| Chairman | 115 |
| Undergraduate Degree | 89 |
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| Daniel Bradbury | 45 |
| Susan Siegel | 40 |
| Nicholas Naclerio | 31 |
| Karin Eastham | 29 |
| Gerald Heinz Möller | 29 |
| Tina Nova | 29 |
| Richard Klausner | 27 |
| Caroline Dorsa | 27 |
| Jay Flatley | 27 |
| Bill Ericson | 26 |
| David Walt | 26 |
| Scott Gottlieb | 26 |
| Jeffrey Huber | 25 |
| David Meline | 24 |
| William Rastetter | 24 |
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