Advisory Board
Prof Mirela Delibegovic
Prof Mirela Delibegovic
As a member of BioGene’s Scientific Advisory Board, Mirela brings a wealth of knowledge in metabolic physiology with a focus on diabetes, obesity and CVD. Prof Mirela holds the prestigious Regius Chair of Physiology at The University of Aberdeen, UK.
Barry Ticho, MD, PhD
Barry Ticho, MD, PhD
Barry will serve on BioGene’s Scientific Advisory Board. Barry holds several prestigious roles as Founder and Board Member at Verve Therapeutics, Cardior Pharmaceuticals, Sania Therapeutics and Stoke Therapeutics. He has expertise in advancing groundbreaking treatments across neurology, ophthalmology, cardiovascular, and metabolic diseases, as well as extensive leadership in drug development and biopharma.
Mariya Georgieva, PhD
Mariya Georgieva, PhD
Mariya will serve on BioGene’s Scientific Advisory Board. Over the past 5 years, Mariya has worked with AstraZeneca, Mariya has worked with AstraZeneca initially as a Director of Diagnostic Alliances and later Director of Precision Medicine. She has expertise in molecular biology, digital pathology and strategic partnering
Brian Gallagher, Jr
Brian Gallagher, Jr
Brian will sit on the Corporate Advisory Board, bringing nearly 30 years of critical investment, strategic, and corporate development experience within the Pharma, biotech and life sciences sectors, including raising capital through various channels while at SR One, Abingworth, the Michigan Biomedical Venture Fund, Trekk Venture Partners, and Slate Bio amongst others. He has extensive leadership in venture capital, strategic investments, and corporate development within the biotech and pharmaceutical sectors bringing a wealth of expertise to BioGene. In addition to his investment experience, Brian spent the first dozen years of his career in operational roles within pharmaceutical and biotech startup companies. He holds a PhD in Organic Chemistry from the University of Michigan.
Kathy Rokita
Kathy Rokita
Kathy is joining the Corporate Advisory Board and currently is a Managing Director at CBIZ and has provided consulting services for physician groups and healthcare organizations for over 30 years. She has had successful exits, most notably as a Principal at Somerset CPAs. With a background in treasury management, budgeting and mergers and acquisitions she will provide valuable insight to the company.