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Jonathan Milner
Entrepreneur
Jonathan Milner is an accomplished entrepreneur and investor, best known as the founder of Abcam plc, a leading supplier of life science research tools. He has been actively involved in the biotech sector and has a strong commitment to supporting UK life sciences and high-tech start-ups. Milner joined the board of LIfT BioSciences as an advisor in 2018, where he plays a significant role in guiding the company’s strategic direction and funding efforts.14
Career Highlights
- Founder of Abcam plc: Milner established Abcam, which has become a prominent player in the life sciences industry, providing essential tools for researchers globally.
- Investor at LIfT BioSciences: He has invested significantly in LIfT, contributing to its recent fundraising efforts, including a £10 million Series A round aimed at advancing its innovative cancer therapies.23
- Support for Start-ups: Milner has provided investment and mentorship to over 60 companies and has assisted three technology firms in going public on the London AIM Stock Exchange.1
Current Focus
At LIfT BioSciences, Milner is particularly interested in the development of its unique allogeneic innate cell therapy platform known as Neutrophil Only Leukocyte Infusion Therapy (N-LIfT). This therapy aims to enhance cancer treatment by utilizing specially engineered neutrophils to improve immune responses against tumors.23 His involvement reflects a broader trend in biotech towards personalized and adaptive therapies that address treatment resistance in solid tumors.
