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Scientist. Policymaker. Strategist.
Advancing global biotech solutions that protect lives and communities worldwide.

Scientist. Policymaker. Strategist.
Advancing global biotech solutions that protect lives and communities worldwide.

Dr. Shaw’s work spans global science policy, international diplomacy, and higher education. She has held senior leadership roles within complex research and governance environments, led high-impact international initiatives, and managed multimillion-dollar programs focused on the bio-based economy, pandemic preparedness, and responsible biotechnology research and development. Her experience includes convening multisectoral stakeholders, building cross-cultural partnerships, and producing evidence-based science and technology guidance under intense political and public scrutiny.
"Somehow we must keep hope alive – a hope that we can find a way to educate all, alleviate poverty, assuage anger, and live in harmony with the environment, with animals, and with each other." - Dr. Jane Goodall, Primatologist and Anthropologist