Bob Nelsen

Creates and invests in life sciences companies at the intersection of biology and technology. Specializes in spinning out breakthrough research from universities into venture-backed companies.

Co-founder and Managing Director of ARCH Venture Partners, one of the most successful biotech venture firms. Has helped launch dozens of biotech companies including Illumina, Alnylam, and Juno Therapeutics. Pioneered the model of creating companies from university research.