Elsa Abranches is a highly experienced professional currently serving as the Senior Director - Head of Cell Therapy Bioprocess Development and Manufacturing at AstraZeneca. Prior to this role, Elsa has held various positions in prestigious organizations such as ISCT, Suffolk University, and the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency. With a background in Biotechnology and Chemical Engineering, Elsa's research work in stem cell biology and biobanking has resulted in multiple publications and successful collaborative projects. Elsa's expertise in data science and molecular characterization of embryonic stem cells further demonstrates their versatility in the field.
June, 2023 - present