David Farrar
Chief Scientific Officer @Gelmetix
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WORK HISTORY
Chief Scientific Officer @Gelmetix
York, GB
EDUCATION
University of Bristol
Physics, Physics
SKILLS
ABOUT DAVID FARRAR
An accomplished scientist and manager with over thirty years\' experience of applied medical device R&D in a corporate setting. Internationally recognized for expertise in biomaterials and medical devices. Broad and deep experience of biomaterials and biomechanics testing and characterisation. An experienced project and research programme manager. Strong track record of publication.• Over 25 years’ experience as a project leader & over 15 years as a research programme manager• Currently R&D Director at Io-Cyte Ltd, heading the company\'s development activities for its novel advanced wound dressing technology leading to FDA regulatory submission• Previously lead biomaterials/fibre research and diversification activities for Xiros Ltd• Before that, developed and implemented strategy for biomaterials research for S&N group• Worked on at least eight major new products which successfully went to market• Awarded 14 patents and an author on over 50 peer reviewed journal articles• Successfully secured over £4.3 million in grant funding for industry-academic collaboration• Six years\' experience as a visiting professor at the University of ManchesterSpecialties: Biomaterials R&D, medical devices, bioresorbable polymers, fibres, bioceramics, composites, adhesives, mechanical & physical testing of biomaterials, biomechanics, biomaterials for orthopaedics & wound management
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