Founders

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    Leah Klein Borden, Ph.D

    Leah, a pioneering researcher, revolutionizes biomaterials through her groundbreaking work. Her first-authored paper in Nature Communications unveils the discovery of reversible tissue adhesion using hydrogels. With numerous prestigious awards, Leah's expertise is recognized, making her a trailblazer in the field. She presents at academic conferences, sharing insights and advancements. As a cross-disciplinary collaborator, Leah drives transformative advancements in biomaterial research.

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    Matthew Dowling, Ph.D

    Matt is an accomplished innovator and founder. With a background in bioengineering and chemical engineering, Matt co-created gel-e, an innovative biomaterial platform. His leadership at Medcura has secured $6.0 million in grants, resulting in 5 FDA clearances, 8 patents, and numerous high-impact publications. Matt's groundbreaking work has been featured on international media outlets, cementing his reputation as an industry trailblazer.

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    James Borden, Ph.D

    James has a proven track record in startups, expertise in biophysics, and mastery of biotech software development. With a deep understanding of the intricacies of both the business and scientific realms, James possesses a remarkable ability to bridge the gap between the two. With a proven track record in startups, James brings invaluable experience and a sharp entrepreneurial mindset to the table.

  • Advisors

    Srinivasa R. Raghavan, Ph.D

    Srinivasa R. Raghavan, Ph.D

    Scientific Advisor

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Mayur Narayan, MD, MBA

    Mayur Narayan, MD, MBA

    Medical Advisor

    Rutgers University

    Tricia Kontoudis

    Tricia Kontoudis

    Regulatory Advisor