who we are
We are a Canadian biotechnology company with a bold team of innovators & entrepreneurs from all over the globe.
Bringing together different backgrounds, perspectives, and expertise defines who we are and what we do.
what we stand for
We believe that collaboration and diversity drive disruptive ideas that will transform our health.
We are passionate about pioneering a new category of regenerative medicine to improve the lives of millions of people.
what we do
We develop bioprinted tissue therapeutics that are designed to replace, repair, or supplement biological functions in the body.
These implantable tissues have the potential to transform how we treat currently incurable diseases.
our team
Tamer Mohamed
President & CEO
Tamer Mohamed
President & CEO
Zealous Soccer Player
A bioengineer, inventor, and entrepreneur, Tamer co-founded and serves as CEO of Aspect Biosystems – a biotech company pioneering the development of bioprinted tissue therapeutics to transform the treatment of incurable diseases. Under his leadership, Aspect has grown its team from 5 to 100+ people, raised $200M+ in capital, and partnered with best-in-class pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies like Novo Nordisk.
As a leader and visionary in the field of regenerative medicine, Tamer has been invited to speak at venues ranging from TEDx, to Bloomberg New Economy Forum, to J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference, to scientific and industry conferences. He was recently selected as a Bloomberg New Economy Catalyst, listed among the Top 50 Healthcare Technology CEOs, and named an EY Entrepreneur of the Year. He is also a Board Member at The Stem Cell Network, an organization focused on building Canada’s stem cell and regenerative medicine research sector.
Tamer holds a BASc in Biomedical Engineering and MASc in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of British Columbia.
Sam Wadsworth
Chief Scientific Officer
Sam Wadsworth, PhD
Chief Scientific Officer
Tennis & Badminton Nut
As Chief Scientific Officer at Aspect Biosystems, Sam is responsible for our scientific innovation and development. He co-founded the company in 2013 and currently leads our technical efforts in developing bioprinted tissue applications, both internally and externally.
Sam has over 15 years of experience leading world-class tissue engineering R&D and is a recognized leader in the field. He has publications in multiple engineered tissue types including airway, skeletal muscle, neuronal, cartilage, liver and pancreas. Prior to Aspect, Sam was a Research Fellow at the UBC Institute for Heart and Lung Innovation at St. Paul’s Hospital where he spearheaded interdisciplinary, cross-Canada research initiatives to engineer complex 3D human airway tissues and developed cell culture media products that have since been successfully commercialized.
Sam holds a PhD in Cell Biology from the University of Nottingham.
Simon Beyer
Chief Technology Officer
Simon Beyer
Chief Technology Officer
Painter & Pianist
As Chief Technology Officer at Aspect Biosystems, Simon oversees the advancement of our biomanufacturing technologies. He co-founded the company in 2013 and currently leads our engineering teams and the development of our core technologies, including bioprinting systems, microfluidic printheads, biomanufacturing automation, software, and machine learning.
Simon is a principal inventor of Aspect's microfluidic bioprinting technology with broad expertise developing advanced printing systems for applications including printed electronics, self-assembling nanomaterials, and biological tissue.
Simon holds a BASc and MASc in Electrical Engineering from the University of British Columbia.
Eric Roos
Chief Business Development Officer
Eric Roos
Chief Business Development Officer
Ski Bum & Sailor
As Chief Business Development Officer at Aspect Biosystems, Eric leads the expansion of our global partnerships with biopharmaceutical innovators.
Eric has over 30 years of experience in the development of biopharmaceuticals, cell therapies, and regenerative medicine products. His leadership roles in the cell therapy industry spanned a multitude of responsibilities including leading early phase development, process optimization, clinical trial execution, and business development. During his decade-long tenure at Thermo Fisher Scientific, he was responsible for building global strategic alliances and expanding their Cell & Gene Therapy Business Unit.
Eric holds a BSc in Biochemistry from McGill University.
Lloyd Mackenzie
Chief Technical Operations Officer
Lloyd Mackenzie
Chief Technical Operations Officer
Fly Fishing & Classic Car Nut
As Chief Technical Operations Officer at Aspect Biosystems, Lloyd oversees all facets of technical operations, including facilities and lab operations, manufacturing, quality control and assurance, regulatory, and project management.
Lloyd is a seasoned biopharmaceutical development executive with over 25 years of strategic leadership experience spanning all stages of drug development across therapeutic areas, from discovery through to late-stage, global clinical trials. Prior to joining Aspect, Lloyd served on the C-suites of several clinical-stage life sciences companies, including Symvivo Corporation, NervGen Pharma Corp., and Aquinox Pharmaceuticals. His diverse experience extends to chemistry manufacturing and controls (CMC), quality, regulatory, clinical operations, and technical operations.
Lloyd holds a BSc in Biochemistry from Simon Fraser University.
Ray Smith
Chief Financial Officer
Ray Smith
Chief Financial Officer
Trail Runner
As Chief Financial Officer at Aspect Biosystems, Ray is responsible for the company's financial management and business operations.
Ray is a seasoned financial executive with over 25 years of experience leading finance teams in rapidly growing businesses. He started his career at Ernst & Young before joining global specialty pharmaceutical company, Eurand. As its VP, Finance, he helped grow the US company revenue tenfold, develop and launch Eurand’s first clinical product, and complete a $110M IPO on the NASDAQ. Most recently he was CFO of Cross Pacific Capital Partners and several of their portfolio companies in the high-tech space, where he played a leading role in raising significant capital while providing strong financial and operational leadership to multiple corporations across several countries.
Ray is a Chartered Accountant and holds a BSc in Mathematics and Computation from Loughborough University.
Spiro Getsios
Senior VP, Preclinical R&D
Spiro Getsios, PhD
Senior VP, Preclinical R&D
Master Sous-Chef
As Senior Vice President of Preclinical Research & Development at Aspect Biosystems, Spiro manages our preclinical R&D program focused on type 1 diabetes, overseeing our in vivo sciences, biomaterials, and tissue therapeutic research groups.
Spiro completed a postdoctoral fellowship in cell biology at Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine, where he was a tenured Associate Professor of Dermatology and Director of Skin Tissue Engineering. He later joined GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals as Director of Biology with a focus on delivering preclinical models for drug discovery and development.
Spiro holds an MSc and PhD in Reproductive and Developmental Biology from the University of British Columbia and is an author on 75+ research publications.
Natalie Korenic
Director, Communications
Natalie Korenic
Director, Communications
Hockey Coach
As Director of Communications at Aspect Biosystems, Natalie manages our corporate communications, digital marketing, branding, and conference planning.
As one of the first full-time hires at Aspect, Natalie has broad knowledge and experience across various business functions in the company. She is a skilled and adaptable communicator who is passionate about sharing the amazing science and technology at Aspect with the world. Outside of professional life, she is an avid ice hockey player and coach, and has been awarded BC Female Coach of the Year by Hockey Canada.
Natalie holds a BCom in Marketing & International Business from the University of British Columbia and an MSc in Strategic Marketing from Imperial College London.
Adrian Li
Associate, Cells CMC
Runner & Boulderer
Amanda Fox
Director, Talent
Globetrotter
Amanda Gauld
Sr. Associate, Human Resources
Animal Lover & Cheese Enthusiast
Angela Dou
Associate II, Histology
Cosmere Fan
Annie Tam
Scientist, Cell Biology
Avid Reader & Traveller
Arjun Bhaskaran
Sr. Associate, In Vivo Sciences
Artist & blogger
Ashkan Tehrani
Scientist, Bioengineering
Folk Guitarist & Boating Enthusiast
Brent Godau
Manager, Business Development
Vegetable Gardening Golfer
Brian Daly
Associate II, Lab Operations
Thai Boxer & Guitarist
Carolina Montoya Gonzalez
Sr. Associate, Purchasing
Aviation Geek & Spiritual seeker
Caroline Underhill
Sr. Manager, Lab Operations
Kayaker & Photographer
Catherine Steer
Scientist II, Histology
Podcast Lover & Amateur Surfer
Cesar Alcala
Scientist, Bioengineering
Multi-Sports Enthusiast
Chaewon Song
Associate, Cell Biology
Photographer & Snowboarder
Christopher Dickman
Sr. Scientist, Discovery Sciences
Board Game Aficionado
Chris Weiss
Machine Shop Manager
Musician & Band Member
Ciara Coombs
Associate II, Process Development
Home Baker
Claire Cahill
Director, Contracts
Hiker & Avid Reader
Dulguun Amarkhuu
Manufacturing Technician
Athlete, Runner & Aesthete
Elena Greenall
Animal Care Technician
Yoga & Matcha Lover
Erin Bedford
Sr. Manager, Bioengineering
Climber & Explorer
Erin White
Associate II, Process Development
Foodie & Dog Lover
Evan Stefanek
Scientist, Bioengineering
Soccer Player & Balcony Gardener
Fiona Li
Associate, In Vivo Sciences
Badminton Player & Foodie
Gino de Jesus
Manufacturing Technician
Cruise Travel & Salmon Fishing Enthusiast
Hardeep Singh
Associate II, Biomaterials
Traveller & Indian Classical Music Enthusiast
Hedy Wei
Accountant
Nature Lover
Henrik Persson
Engineer II, Microfluidics
Food Blogger & Adventurer
Hesham Soliman
Scientist II, Discovery Sciences
Soccer Enthusiast & Gardener
Ingelög Wyndhamn
Manager, Lab Safety
Soprano & Alpine Skier
Jaedyn Foley
Associate II, Process Development
Softball Player and Crochet Lover
Joel Geortz
Director, Intellectual Property
Coffee Connoisseur in Training
John Lu
Associate, Bioengineering
Gamer & Dessert Aficionado
Jordan Yarschenko
Production Supervisor
Aspiring Cook & Golfer
Katie Reidy
Sr. Associate, Quality Assurance
Wine Enthusiast & Traveler
Keddie Brown
Sr. Engineer, Mechanical Engineering
Flat Track Motorcycle Racer
Kelly Hrelja
Senior Associate, In Vivo Sciences
Bubble Tea Connoisseur & Hiker
Lin-P'ing Choo-Smith
Sr. Manager, Project Management
Backcountry Canoeist & Adventurer
Mahi Efe
Associate II, Quality Control
Foodie & World Traveler
Matthew Zeglinski
Manager, Quality Control Analytics
Golfer & Cook
Michael Kulka
Scientist II, Biomaterials
Worldly Explorer & Enthusiastic Skateboarder
Michael Mohan
Engineer, Microfluidics
Professional Musician and Steel Drum Player
Michael Weiss
Sr. Manufacturing Technician
Digital Artist & Cat Lover
Michelle Farrell
Associate, Cell Biology
Traveller & Dog Lover
Mohammad Jafari
Head of Computational Design
Yoga Enthusiast & Photographer
Muireann Doyle
Sr. Associate, QC Microbiology
Music Lover
Natalia Gosnell
Associate II, Quality Control
Rock Climber & Extreme Skier
Natalie Booth
Graphic Designer
Illustrator & Trail Runner
Natalie Tang
Associate, Lab Operations
Hobby Crafter
Nathan Chan
Animal Care Technician
Gamer & dog lover
Nathaniel McLeod
Associate, Process Development
Avid Paddler & Snowboarder
Neeraja Nagarajan
Manager, Quality Assurance
Indian Classical Dancer
Niamh Crowe
Associate II, QC Microbiology
Adventure Lover & Music Enthusiast
Niamh Cullen
Manufacturing Technician
Tea Lover and Amature DIYer
Nicole Swanson
Executive Assistant
Hockey & Baseball Mom
Oksana Nemirovsky
Scientist, In Vivo Sciences
Gardener & Traveller
Padmalosini Muthukumaran
Sr. Manager, Biomaterials
Indian Classical Dancer
Ray Kennedy
Associate II, Process Development
Chef & Sports Enthusiast
Rebecca Frohlich
Scientist, Stem Cell
Aspring Chocolatier
Rebekah Carroll
Associate II, Quality Control
Music-Obsessed Free Spirit
René Pedroza
Scientist, Cells CMC
Coffee Enthusiast & Aspiring Jazz Bassist
Reza Jalili
Director, In Vivo Sciences
Hiker & Bookworm
Rishima Agarwal
Manager, Process Development
Hip-Hop & Bollywood Dancer
Roisin Stafford
Sr. Associate, Quality Control
Globe Trotter & Bookworm
Sabrina Huston
Manager, Project Management
Card Game Guru
Sam Oliver
Associate II, In Vivo Bioprinting
Summer Hiker & Winter Snowboarder
Samuel Ng
Engineer, Computational Design
Photographer & Cat Lover
Sarah Keshvani
Associate, Cell Biology
Avid Painter & Voracious Reader
Sarah Morley
Manufacturing Technician
Flow Artist & Adventure Lover
Shaun Laidlow
Engineer II, Mechanical Engineering
Outdoor Enthusiast & World Traveller
Sheng Pan
Scientist II, Bioengineering
Snow Shredder
Shirley Guo
Accountant
Foodie and Yoga Lover
Sia Jan-Abu
Associate II, Quality Control
Foodie & Gardening Enthusiast
Simona Pelachova
Supervisor, Purchasing
World Travelling Stargazer
Sissi Chen
Controller
Skier & Yoga Lover
Stephanie Campbell
Scientist II, Therapeutic Cell Platforms
Runner & Aspiring Photographer
Stephanie Pan
Engineer, Mechanical Engineering
Runner & Potter
Stephie Leung
Manager, Process Development
Rock Climber & Runner
Suresha Mahadeva
Engineer II, Manufacturing
Hiker & Gardener
Thomas Tigner
Scientist, Biomaterials
Museum Enthusiast & Amateur Baker
Usama Khan
Engineer II, Computational Design
Multi-Sport Athlete
Yao Wan
Sr. Specialist, Intellectual Property
Global Food & Travel Enthusiast
Yuan He
Senior Associate, Biomaterials CMC
Outdoor Adventurer & Skier
Yurika Numadate
Associate, Histology
Foodie
Zainab Bazzi
Scientist II, Cell Biology
Runner & Amateur Softball Player
our people
Diversity makes us stronger.
Our strength has always been in our diversity. Different people, thinking differently, unified in creating a world that is better for us all.
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