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Science. Data. Solutions.

Multi-omics Analysis

Customized analyses for integrating transcriptomic, genomic, and other datasets. Specializing in de novo assembly and expression analysis for complex systems.

Pipeline Design & Auditing

Building robust pipelines from scratch and auditing existing code for accuracy. Moving manual scripts into automated workflows optimized for HPC or cloud environments.

Data & Research Strategy

Bridging biological hypotheses and technical execution. Expertise in experimental design, data landscaping, and technical reviews to guide R&D investment.

Selected Work

Proven Computational Solutions for Complex Biological Questions

KOCheck

A Nextflow pipeline for analyzing genomic knockouts

GenomeCheck

A Streamlit App for conducting genome QC without the command line

Standardizing Data Formats

Streamlined analysis workflows by standardizing genomic data files

Genomic Drivers of High-Value Strains

Leveraged multiple sequencing approaches to reveal the genomic basis of strain performance

RNA-seq for Machine Learning Insights

Developed and applied diverse transcriptomic workflows for downstream ML analyses

Evolution of Pathogenic Fungi

Linked comparative genomics with experimental insights to reveal pathogen dynamics

The Product

Technical Execution & Strategic Oversight

I provide an integrated bioinformatics engine for your organization. As an independent lead, I deliver the direct technical oversight and biological intuition necessary to transform raw data into reproducible, high-impact results. This approach ensures your R&D goals stay on track and on budget. For direct inquiries, you can reach me via the Contact form below or at
mead [dot] bioinformatics [at] gmail.com

The Story

From Research to Industry

  • 2005-2009

    B.S. - Iowa State University

    Conducted foundational research in natural product biosynthesis and molecular biology.

  • 2009-2015

    Ph.D. - University of Wisconsin-Madison

    Integrated wet- and dry-lab approaches to decipher complex transcriptional regulatory networks in fungal pathogens.

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    2015-2022

    Postdoctoral Scholar - Vanderbilt University

    Directed multi-omic research investigating the evolution of fungi relevant to human health and industrial applications.

  • 2022-2025

    Ginkgo Bioworks - NGS Bioinformatics and Solutions Delivery

    Engineered custom genomics workflows while managing R&D and client projects.

  • 2025-Present

    Prairie Helix

    Empowering research teams with specialized genomic analysis, workflow development, and strategic computational support.

  • Partnering
    to Unlock
    Biology

About Me

Bridging Biology and Computation to Drive Insight

Matt Mead

Founder and Lead Bioinformatician

I’m a Ph.D.-trained bioinformatician specializing in genomics and computational analysis of next-generation sequencing data, particularly from fungal and other non-model systems. My work transforms raw data into actionable insights through Python and R workflows, enabling clients to tackle some of the most challenging problems in biology.

Contact

Please use the form below to share your project goals.
You can also reach me directly at mead [dot] bioinformatics [at] gmail.com.