PhD in Microbial Genetics from the University of Nottingham, MSc in Biochemical Engineering (UCL), Biotechnology BSc (Hons) from University of Leeds. 30-years industrial experience in yeast strain development for recombinant protein production. Royal Society Entrepreneur-in-Residence and inventor on multiple patents with a passion for bringing new products to the market. When not enjoying yeast-derived products, loves kayaking and the great outdoors.

PhD in Genetics from The University of California at Berkley, BSc in Biology and Mathematics from Clarkson University. Experienced in yeast genetics, genomics, and evolution; was a key part of the yeast genome sequencing project, now developing tools for exploiting its natural genetic/phenotypic variation. Thoroughly enjoys the products of yeast (wine, beer and bread).

MSc Biochemical Engineering, BSc Biological Sciences, Birmingham University. Experienced entrepreneur, innovator and business manager with extensive Life Science and Technology experience in the UK, European and US regulatory frameworks. Certified cricket nut.

Patrick is a seasoned Executive with a broad and diverse experience in Industrial Operation, Enterprise Integration and Global Alliances at GSK Vaccines.

Most recently, as Head of Global Strategic Partnership, Patrick was in charge of several strategic alliances in Japan, China, Singapore and Brazil and is a Board member of three joint ventures; the Japan Vaccines Company, Qualivax and Tian Yuan. Previously he was the PMO leader for Novartis Vaccines GSK Integration (2014 - 2017) and a Board member and advisor for CEPI.

Anton is a European & UK patent attorney and partner in our Venner Shipley’s Chemical & Life Science team. He specialises in biotechnology and pharmaceuticals. In particular, he has a deep understanding of molecular biology, biochemistry & genetics, genomics & proteomics, immunology-related inventions, including therapeutic antibodies & immuno-oncology, bioinformatics, biomarkers & diagnostics, peptides & protein chemistry, vaccines, pharmaceuticals and SPCs.