The Scripps Research Mafia
6 people studied at Scripps Research and went on to found or lead other companies.
Sebastian BrunemeierSkaggs-Oxford Scholar Fellowship (joint PhD program with OxfordFounded Cyclone Therapeutics +1Brian FrezzaPh.DFounded Emerald Therapeutics +1Venkat ReddyPost Doctoral StudiesFounded Enable MedicineMarc MoesserMaster ThesisFounded ChemifyMegan BlewettDoctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)Founded IRIS MEDICINEArmand CognettaDoctor of Philosophy - PhDFounded General Proximity
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Scripps Research mafia?
- The Scripps Research mafia is the network of 6 people who studied at Scripps Research and went on to found or lead other companies, including Cyclone Therapeutics, Emerald Therapeutics, Enable Medicine, Chemify, IRIS MEDICINE.
- Who is in the Scripps Research mafia?
- Notable members include Sebastian Brunemeier (Cyclone Therapeutics), Brian Frezza (Emerald Therapeutics), Venkat Reddy (Enable Medicine), Marc Moesser (Chemify), Megan Blewett (IRIS MEDICINE), Armand Cognetta (General Proximity).
- What companies did Scripps Research alumni found?
- Companies founded by Scripps Research alumni include Cyclone Therapeutics, Emerald Therapeutics, Enable Medicine, Chemify, IRIS MEDICINE, General Proximity.




