Rikard Larsson

Rikard Larsson is an accomplished professional in the fields of medicinal chemistry and drug discovery, currently serving as Manager of Process Transfer and Team Manager at PolyPeptide Group since June 2020. With a robust background that includes roles as Senior Scientist and Scientist in both PolyPeptide Group and Spago Nanomedical AB, Rikard specializes in the development and synthesis of peptide-based antibiotics targeting gram-negative bacteria. Prior experience includes positions at Xellia Pharmaceuticals and Lund University, where contributions encompassed the total synthesis of biologically active natural products and the teaching of advanced organic synthesis. Educational credentials include a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry and a Master's in Chemical Engineering from Lund University, complemented by a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering from Malmö University. Expertise encompasses cGMP, solid-phase peptide synthesis, advanced synthetic organic chemistry, and scientific writing.