OUR TEAM

The people behind iBiotech

We’re a small team of scientists and entrepreneurs who think biotechnology shouldn’t mean genetic modification or lab-only research — it should mean putting nature’s own processes to work on real problems, from unsustainable leather to Parkinson’s drug delivery.

Dr. Brian Johnston

CO-FOUNDER & DIRECTOR

Brian holds a PhD in Biotechnology and Sustainability and is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Wolverhampton. With 18+ publications and research presented across Europe, he leads iBiotech’s scientific direction — turning academic insight into real, sustainable materials.

Guy Cheema

ANGEL INVESTOR & CO-MANGER

Guy is a businessman with extensive experience across healthcare, agriculture commercialisation, and building trades. As an investor and advisor, he brings a wealth of commercial insight to iBiotech, helping guide the company’s growth strategy and connecting the team to opportunities across multiple industries.

Dr. Mattia Parati

CO-FOUNDER & CSO

Mattia has a PhD in microbiology and Biotechnology, with expertise spanning biomaterials, sustainable processes, and biology-inspired fashion. A serial founder as well as a scientist, he drives iBiotech’s technical development and international partnerships.