Brian Hetrick, PhD

Brian Hetrick, PhD has a strong background in biotech and virology. Brian is currently the Chief Executive Officer at Virongy Biosciences, Inc., a biotech startup company focused on virological platforms. Prior to this role, Brian worked as a Research Assistant in Dr. Wu's HIV laboratory at George Mason University, where they conducted research on viral gene therapy for HIV and Cancer. Brian also completed an internship as an Aspiring Scientist at George Mason University. Brian holds a PhD and has been involved in various research and academic positions throughout their career.

Brian Hetrick, PhD obtained their Bachelor's Degree in Biology, General from George Mason University in 2014. Brian continued their education at the same institution and completed their Master's Degree in Biology with a concentration in Microbiology and Infectious Disease from 2014 to 2017. Brian then pursued their Doctor of Philosophy - PhD in Biosciences at George Mason University from 2017 to 2020. Brian completed their PhD program in 2021.