Maurice Shen, Ph.D.

Maurice Shen, Ph.D., is a highly accomplished neuropharmacologist with extensive expertise in establishing business relationships within AI biotech companies. With a Ph.D. in Pharmacology and Toxicology from the University of Toronto, Shen has made significant contributions to the field of drug discovery through partnerships with academic institutions. As the Strategic Partnerships Manager for companies like Cyclica and BenchSci, he designed and implemented strategies to engage key research leaders that resulted in collaborations and steady streams of business opportunities. His deep knowledge of state-of-the-art machine learning technologies and his ability to build collaborative relationships led to IP-sharing drug discovery projects. Shen is committed to driving growth and achieving strategic goals, and his experience includes various roles in organizations such as the Ontario Brain Institute and Center for Addiction and Mental Health.