Michael J. Hope
Consultant
Pharmaceuticals
Acuitas Therapeutics
Canada
Biography
Dr. Hope obtained his BSc. and Ph.D. in Biochemistry from the University of London, U.K. He has held senior academic and industry positions including Assistant Professor in the Department of Medicine, University of British Columbia, Vice-President Research at the Canadian Liposome Company and Principal Scientist at Tekmira Pharmaceuticals before joining Acuitas. Dr. Hope has extensive experience in all aspect of liposome research including biophysical characterization and preclinical testing and development. This includes leading research teams responsible for the conduct of preclinical pharmacodynamic, pharmacokinetic and safety studies to support several Investigational New Drug (IND) applications for liposomal therapeutic products including Marqibo™, Alocrest™ and Brakiva™. Dr. Hope is an author on over 100 publications in peer-reviewed journals.
Research Interest
liposomal therapeutic products
