PhD (Molecular Biology) from Monash University Australia

Dr Stephens is a career research scientist with 20 years’ experience in molecular and cellular biology research. He has broad experience in academic and pre-clinical research, and a strong focus on translation and the commercialisation of research findings. He established and leads an independent academic research group at the Hudson Institute of Medical Research, investigating mechanisms that contribute to the formation, progression and dissemination of high grade, serous epithelial ovarian cancers.

Since 2010, his research has focused on biomarker identification and development in ovarian cancer, and the development of therapeutic strategies to improve patient outcomes. He is also actively involved across the biotech sector, with appointments to the scientific advisory for Invion Pty Ltd and AMTBio Pty Ltd.

Dr Stephens has over 60 academic publications and numerous patents (pending and provisional) in the cancer therapeutic and diagnostic space.

Dr Stephens is not considered to be an independent director by virtue of his proposed executive position within the Company.