Our Team

Nick co-founded Amphix Bio in 2019 and has led the company from the initial tech transfer through to pre-clinical development.

He has 10+ years’ experience with Amphix Bio’s core technology platform, beginning with his PhD research in the Stupp Lab at Northwestern University.

Charlotte leads Amphix Bio’s R&D program. Her PhD research in the Stupp Lab at Northwestern University is incorporated into the company’s bone regeneration therapy.

Prior to Amphix Bio, she worked at two biotechnology startups, where she focused on R&D, regulatory strategy, and IP research.

Prof. Hsu is a Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at the Northwestern School of Medicine. She is a leading expert in the molecular mechanisms of bone growth, with extensive experience developing in vitro and in vivo preclinical models for bone regeneration.

She has collaborated with Dr. Stupp’s lab at Northwestern for over a decade to develop peptide materials for bone regeneration.

Prof. Stupp is a Professor at Northwestern University and Director of the Center for Regenerative Nanomedicine. He has led award winning academic research in supramolecular chemistry and regenerative medicine for 40+ years.

He co-founded Amphix Bio based on the technology platform developed in his laboratory over two decades.

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Iwona is an expert in synthetic organic and medicinal chemistry, with experience in R&D, cGMP, patent management, and agreement negotiations.

She was previously an Invention Manager at INVO, the tech transfer office at Northwestern University. She has prior experience at four biotech and chemistry startups, including one she co-founded.

Dr. Grynspan is the Vice President for International Relations at Northwestern University and is also a co-founder, board member, and Secretary at Amphix Bio.

Hussain joined Amphix Bio in 2024. He was previously a Project Leader at the Boston Consulting Group (BCG), where he led engagements in strategy and operations at major global Biopharma and MedTech companies.

He completed his PhD in the Stupp Lab at Northwestern University.

Dr. Hsu is a Professor of Orthopedic Surgery and Neurological Surgery at the Northwestern School of Medicine. He is a world-leading expert in minimally invasive procedures for spinal disorders.

Dr. Hsu has received numerous awards for his clinical work and serves on several influential boards, including the Head, Neck, and Spine Medical Committee of the NFL.

Daniel is a Communications Specialist at Northwestern University and was previously a writer/editor for daily newspapers and trade publications covering the healthcare industry.

He manages Amphix Bio’s website and assists with writing and proofreading materials.