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Dr. Erin Stephens (PhD)

Scientific Director

Dr. Stephens holds a PhD in Cell & Molecular Biology from Cornell University with a specialization in protein engineering. During her academic career, Erin specialized in novel enzyme design and characterization, including development of targeted enzymes incorporating immunoglobulin domains. Erin has consulted for biotech companies of all sizes, spanning start-up to large pharma, where she integrated creative scientific solutions for the transfer of technologies from development to commercialization. She has worked on successful projects in areas such as cell therapy, personalized medicine, protein-based therapeutics, and process development for the manufacture of biologics. Most recently, Erin has led projects in the development of high-quality, automated CAR T-cell manufacture. 

 

During her tenure with Prellis Biologics, Erin directed the biological research and development, driving innovation in multiple projects. Her expertise in molecular biology, specifically the biochemistry of immunoglobulins, was instrumental in the growth and success of the areas of in vitro immune system. Erin’s passion for multi-disciplinary scientific advances, combined with her strong leadership skills, led her to joining Lyric Bio.

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