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Alex Davis

Senior Scientist, Bioanalytical/PK

How long have you been involved with research?

I have spent the last decade as a bioanalytical scientist analyzing both the safety and efficacy of therapeutics to help introduce new treatments to the world. For the last year and a half, I have been solely focused on helping Acumen bring its Alzheimer’s treatment to life.

What excites you most about the work you do at Acumen?

At Acumen I work to analyze bioanalytical data that primarily helps us to understand both the effectiveness and safety of our treatment. I love seeing data. It’s exciting to see us making progress. Whether the data shows us exactly what we are expecting or shows us an area we can improve in, I can’t wait to see new data.

Which of Acumen’s four values (People, Integrity, Innovation, and Perseverance) resonates most with your work and role?

It’s so hard to pick just one. Without perseverance and belief, we’d never be able to learn from our mistakes and “failed” attempts. Without the growth of innovation we’ll be stuck where we’ve always been. Without integrity, why would anyone trust that we are there to help them? But, without people, what’s the point? I guess that makes People the most important value to me.

What advice would you give to someone who wants to join our company and contribute to our mission in Alzheimer’s research?

Everyone is able to help and all skillsets are useful. As long as you want to help – there is an area you can contribute to in Alzheimer’s research.

Outside of work, what are some of your hobbies or interests that you enjoy in your free time?

The quickest way to bring a smile to my face is to go out for ice cream or moon cookies. Spending time with my family is a close second. Whenever I head back home to New York I always enjoy cheering on the Knighthawks with everybody. On my own, I love running down the soccer field after stealing the ball from someone. I love trying to make falling down on my snowboard look intentional. Finally, I enjoy mixing paint together to make new colors (now if I could only make something recognizable with those new colors).

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