The team at visusnano
The success of VisusNano lies in our diverse skill mix. Our team has expertise in drug delivery development, ophthalmic surgery, clinical trials and project management. An ophthalmologist and a veterinary ophthalmologist are integral to the team and ensure that the developed product is fit for their end-users.
Joanna Gould
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Joanna obtained her PhD in developmental Neuroscience at the University of Southampton. After her MRes Joanna had a career change and went into corporate banking at Bank of America before deciding to come back to science. Joanna has also worked in research and development at an SME.
Email: joannagould@visusnano.com
Philip Alexander
CHIEF MEDICAL OFFICER
Philip is a consultant ophthalmologist specialising in cataract and retinal surgery. His doctoral thesis studied innovative techniques for retinal transplantation. Philip has a strong background in research, and has published over 40 peer-reviewed papers. He has an interest in partnerships between academia, industry and healthcare and his MBA thesis focussed on healthcare innovation.
Darren Pitt
CHIEF SCIENTIFIC OFFICER
Darren completed his PhD titled “Design of polymer systems and surface-active agents for the improvement of cell attachment for treatment of ocular diseases”. Darren is currently the CSO of VisusNano having previous managerial roles in solvent recycling and large scale pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Email: darrenpitt@visusnano.com
Paul Rosen
NON EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Paul Rosen completed Medical training at Manchester University before a specialist training at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London. Registered with the General Medical Council as a Specialist in Ophthalmology, Paul Rosen then accepted a position as Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon at Oxford Eye Hospital in 1993. He was Head of Department from 1998 to 2004 and performs over 1000 cataract/refractive surgical procedures each year between his NHS and private practices. Read more