Brian Kevany
About Brian Kevany
Brian Kevany is the Senior Vice President, Chief Technical Officer, and Chief Scientific Officer at Abeona, with a strong background in biotechnology and molecular biology.
Current Role at Abeona
Brian Kevany serves as the Senior Vice President, Chief Technical Officer, and Chief Scientific Officer at Abeona. He joined the company at the beginning of 2018, initially working as a scientist in the product development department. In his current role, he oversees technical and scientific initiatives within the company.
Biotechnology Startup Experience
Before joining Abeona, Brian Kevany managed a small biotechnology startup company. This company focused on utilizing next-generation sequencing technologies for high throughput genotyping applications in both the medical and agricultural industries. His role involved overseeing various projects and ensuring the successful implementation of innovative biotechnological solutions.
Postdoctoral Research at University of Wisconsin-Madison
Brian Kevany held a postdoctoral research position at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. During his tenure, he worked on developing new first-line antibiotics aimed at treating drug-resistant tuberculosis. This research contributed to advancements in the fight against antibiotic resistance.
Fellowship at Case Western Reserve University
Brian Kevany completed a Fellowship at Case Western Reserve University. Under the mentorship of Dr. Krzysztof Palczewski, he studied a range of vision research topics. His research involved investigating the biochemical basis of retinal development and the pathophysiology of animal models of blinding diseases.
Educational Background in Molecular and Cellular Biology
Brian Kevany earned a Ph.D. in Molecular and Cellular Biology from the University of Florida. He also received a B.S. degree with honors from Michigan State University. His educational background laid the foundation for his career in scientific research and biotechnology.