Luke T. Daum '99

Luke has a wealth of expertise in molecular-based diagnostics.  He invented the PrimeStore MTM which is a pathogenic sample collection and transportation device.  In the fight against COVID-19, 50 million+ more vials have been distributed globally. 

Dr. Daum co-founded Longhorn Vaccines and Diagnostics, a company focused on the rapid detection and characterization of infectious diseases.  Prior to this, he was a civilian scientist with the US DoD, initiating and directing the US Air Force's molecular influenza strain surveillance lab.  He has co-authored publications and presented his research worldwide.  He had published over 30 peer review papers and holds 12 U.S. and international scientific product patents.