Michael Butler is an accomplished researcher and academic with a robust background in biochemistry and cell technology. Serving as Principal Investigator in Cell Technology and Chief Scientific Officer at NIBRT National Institute for Bioprocessing Research and Training since 2016, Michael Butler also holds positions as Adjunct Full Professor at University College Dublin and Distinguished Professor Emeritus at the University of Manitoba. Michael Butler's educational qualifications include a Doctor of Philosophy in Biochemistry from King's College London, a Bachelor of Science (Honors) in Biochemistry from the University of Birmingham, and a Master of Science in Chemistry from the University of Waterloo.