Biotechnology and advanced biomaterials specialist with 20+ years of R&D and commercialisation experience. Skilled at bridging science and capital through technical due diligence, scalability assessment, and techno‑economic validation. Proven track record in guiding deep‑tech ventures from lab to market, IP commercialisation, and multimillion‑dollar project delivery. Expertise includes valorisation of lignocellulosic materials, bioprocessing, formulation of bioactive materials, functionalisation and applications of biomaterials.