BIMINI Biotech has welcomed Prof. Nathaniel Martin as an advisor in chemistry, supporting the lead optimisation of the company’s small-molecule WASp modulators.

Prof. Martin is Professor of Biological Chemistry at Leiden University. He obtained his PhD from the University of Alberta in 2004, followed by postdoctoral research at the University of California, Berkeley. He subsequently established his independent academic career at Utrecht University.

In 2018, Prof. Martin was appointed Chair of Biological Chemistry at Leiden University. His research applies bioorganic chemistry and chemical biology to biologically and medically relevant questions.

Supporting lead optimisation

At BIMINI, Prof. Martin will provide chemistry expertise as the company optimises its first-in-class small-molecule WASp modulators and progresses its programmes through preclinical development.

His appointment strengthens the scientific expertise supporting BIMINI’s development programmes and their progression towards the clinic.