Brian Hawkins, PhD

Chief Technology Officer

Brian Hawkins received his Doctorate in Molecular Cell Biology and Biotechnology from the Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University.  He is an internationally recognized expert in mitochondrial biology and cell metabolism with over 15 years of combined experience in academic and industrial research. Dr. Hawkins formerly served as a founding member and assistant professor in the Mitochondria and Metabolism Center at the University of Washington before transitioning to cell therapy as Scientific Applications Director at BioLife Solutions. Dr. Hawkins serves on numerous national committees that aim to advance the development and manufacture of cell therapy and regenerative medicine products.