MR D J PHILLIPS profile

Describe it (summary)

At IBP Ventures, we're passionate about the potential of ice binding proteins. We explore nature's diverse sources from plants and fish to microorganisms to find these unique proteins. Our research allows us to design custom-made IBPs, tailored to our clients' specific needs.

Whether it's for food, agriculture, healthcare, or new materials, we have the expertise to produce or extract the perfect IBPs for the job.

Work Experience (2)

Founder

IBP Ventures

January 2023 - Present

York

IBP Ventures is focused on harnessing the power of ice binding proteins (IBPs) to overcome real-world challenges. Unlike conventional methods of cryopreservation, our sustainable approach taps into nature's solution for inhibiting ice crystal growth.

As founder, I am involved in all activities across the business, including:
- Engaging with end-users of ice binding proteins to understand market needs.
- Actively review IP landscape and engage with patent specialists to capitalise on patentable areas.
- Conduct market research to assess demand and potential applications for ice binding proteins
- Develop strategic plans for market entry and product development.
- Work with CROs to scale up protein expression from bench top to kilo scale.

- Engage with funders, exploring opportunities to support growth and development.

Senior Process Technologist

Biorenewables Development Centre

May 2013 - Present

York

BDC is an open-access R&D centre bridging the gap between academia and industry. As a non-profit organisation, we specialise in helping businesses adopt sustainable processes and products through scale-up and development support.

-Experienced project manager with proven ability to effectively define project scope, create detailed project plans, manage financial resources, and lead cross-functional teams. I have a successful track record creating new products and processes that drive business growth and success.

-Seek out and engage with key stakeholders in industry and academia to establish and maintain a robust network of contacts. I am able to identify and pursue opportunities for collaboration, and effectively promote the research areas and capabilities of the BDC on a global scale.

-I conduct comprehensive scientific literature reviews to generate technical reports on a diverse array of topics.

-Experience using a diverse array of pilot-scale systems to perform a wide range of chemical reactions, including polymer synthesis, various wet chemistry processes, distillation, and biomass pre-treatment. Successfully designed and executed experiments to generate data that drives product and process development.

-Expertise in downstream processing, adept at recovering, isolating, and purifying high-value chemicals from product/co-product streams.