David Gillum

Associate Vice President, Compliance and Research Administration, University of Nevada, Reno

Dr. David Gillum is Associate Vice President for Compliance and Research Administration and Adjunct Faculty in the School of Public Health at the University of Nevada, Reno. With more than 30 years of experience, he has led diverse teams across higher education and professional associations, and is widely recognized for his expertise in biosafety, biosecurity, compliance, risk management, and research administration. His research interests focus on the social and ethical dimensions of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, biotechnology governance, dual-use research of concern, and potential pandemic pathogens. He has published extensively in outlets such as Science Magazine, StatNews, Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology, mSphere, Applied Biosafety and Health Security. A former President of ABSA International (2020), Dr. Gillum has received several recognitions including the FBI Director’s Community Leadership Award (2019) and the ABSA International Everett Hanel, Jr. Presidential Award (2024). He is dedicated to fostering collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement in support of research, education, and public service.