Steve's expertise is in technology commercialization in the life sciences including therapeutics, diagnostics, and biotechnology. Steve has hands-on experience in biotech market analysis, therapeutics, bioreactor development and processes, strategic partnership negotiation, and building technical foundations for biotech startups. He uses his entrepreneurial and scientific background to help researchers understand potential market opportunities, protect their ideas through IP management, and develop commercial partnerships to advance their technologies. Steven has a Ph.D. in Biochemistry from Brigham Young University, where his research focused on understanding cellular iron regulatory mechanisms. He also has experience as a biotech founder and has led technology strategy for multiple startups in the life science sector.