William Dunbar

William Dunbar is an Entrepreneur in Residence at At One Ventures, where he focuses on intellectual property (IP) and patent strategy. He holds a Ph.D. in Control and Dynamical Systems from Caltech and has a diverse background in engineering and entrepreneurship.

Background and Education

• Education: Dunbar graduated from Virginia Tech and later earned his M.S. from UC San Diego and his Ph.D. from Caltech.
• Academic Career: He spent over a decade as a professor of Robotics and Computer Engineering at UC Santa Cruz, where he developed a strong foundation in automation, instrumentation, and biology.

Entrepreneurial Ventures

Dunbar transitioned from academia to entrepreneurship, founding multiple deep-tech companies. He notably co-founded Nooma Bio, which focuses on technology to explore the epigenome, aiming to provide researchers with tools to better understand genetic expression and its implications for health.

Role at At One Ventures

At At One Ventures, which was founded to address climate change through innovative technology, Dunbar leverages his extensive experience in IP strategy to support startups that are developing solutions for environmental challenges. His work emphasizes the importance of integrating technical knowledge with investment strategies in the climate tech sector.

Personal Interests

Outside of his professional life, Dunbar enjoys surfing, music, and spending time with his family. He is passionate about addressing issues related to autoimmunity and supporting underprivileged children.

Dunbar's blend of academic rigor and entrepreneurial spirit positions him as a key figure in advancing technologies that aim to mitigate the climate crisis while fostering innovation in deep tech sectors.