Our Team
Carissa Fonseca, PhD
Chief Executive Officer
Dr. Carissa Fonseca is an accomplished life sciences leader with extensive experience in the commercialization of medical products, spanning both pharmaceuticals and medical devices. As CEO, she brings strategic vision and deep industry knowledge to guide the company’s growth and innovation. Carissa is passionate about advancing healthcare solutions that improve patient outcomes and deliver real-world impact.
Colin Green, PhD, DSc
Chief Scientific Officer
Professor Colin Green is an internationally recognized expert in connexin channel regulation, cell reprogramming, and cancer therapeutics. As Chief Scientific Officer, he drives the company’s scientific innovation and translational research strategy. Colin has authored over 220 peer-reviewed publications and is named on more than 465 patent applications across 24 patent families. His work has led to the commercialization of multiple drugs across diverse therapeutic areas. With a career spanning academia and industry, Colin brings deep scientific insight and a proven track record of advancing novel therapies from bench to bedside.
Priyanka Agarwal, PhD
Director of Research & Operations, Formulation Lead
Dr. Priyanka Agarwal is an expert in ophthalmic drug delivery platforms, with a strong background in developing innovative formulations for targeted and sustained therapeutic delivery. As Director of Research & Operations and the company’s Formulation Lead, she oversees the design, development, and execution of research programs while ensuring operational excellence. Priyanka brings a deep understanding of both the scientific and translational aspects of ophthalmic therapeutics, playing a critical role in advancing the company’s pipeline from concept to clinic.