David Gifford

David Gifford is an experienced professional with a diverse background in international and public relations, science communication, marketing, and technology development.

Currently affiliated with RIKEN National Research and Development Institute, David has been engaged in international and public relations work at the Center for Sustainable Resource Science (CSRS) since April 2014.

Prior to his current role, he was involved in writing and editing scientific papers, representing laboratory groups in various capacities, and conducting research on models for scientific collaboration and data integration.

During his tenure at Platform One/ Duglen International, David focused on global marketing and public relations related to forestry and land use investment, as well as educational programs.

With a remarkable career at Victor Co. of Japan JVC spanning from 1991 to 2009, David excelled in professional and consumer technology international marketing and public relations, winning awards and driving technology development and brand communication.

David's early career includes a significant period from 1981 to 1991, during which he worked in film/video editing and production for public and network TV, along with sales of media technology systems.

In terms of education, David pursued a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering at Stanford University and completed a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at MIT.

His professional journey includes roles as a Professor at Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and affiliations with notable organizations like Computational Biology Corporation, Sightpath, Open Market, Xerox Corporation, and WMBR.

David Gifford's expertise spans across science communication, technology marketing, international relations, and academic contributions, making him a versatile professional with a rich background in various fields.