Mari Luz Bellido
Managing Director
Genetics
B
Spain
Biography
Dr. Bellido is the Managing Director of VivaCell Biotechnology España SL, a privately held, preclinical-stage pharmaceutical company based in Córdoba, Spain. VivaCell is a worldwide pioneer in the discovery and development of new cannabinoid and cannibigerol derivatives for the treatment of inflammatory and neurodegenerative diseases. She has extensive experience in academic research and pharmaceutical drug discovery and has co-authored numerous peer-reviewed papers and patents. She also has developed expertise in start-up and R&D financing, innovation and project management of cannabinoids for therapeutic use. After joining VivaCell In 2008 as Chief Scientific Officer, Dr. Bellido become a partner in 2012 and was appointed Managing Director of the Company. She participates in all stages of the pre-clinical development from project management to interactions with financing bodies and with the investment community in fund raising. Dr. Bellido received her Ph.D. in Molecular Biology from the University of Córdoba in Spain, and her M.B.A. from Spain’s ESIC Business and Marketing School.
Research Interest
Genetics
