DAVID BUCK

David Buck, Director of UK Operations, brings over three decades of leadership in molecular biology teams. His expertise spans complex restructuring, expanding globally, and pioneering DNA sequencing technology. His dedication to elevating scientific performance, productivity, and internal controls shines through his accomplished career in high throughput genomics at the Oxford Genomics Centre.

ANGIE LORRISON

Angie Lorrison, UK Operations Manager, brings over twenty years of expertise in the molecular genetics field. Her journey includes significant roles at Oxford University, where she managed Sequenom Sequencing from 2005 and later contributed to the Oxford Genomics Centre (OGC), specializing in NGS library preparation and project management. In 2014, she became the Library Preparation Manager, known for her results-driven and collaborative leadership. Angie's rich experience led her to Operations Management in 2021, focusing on process optimization and operational efficiency at OGC.

SIMON ENGLEDOW

Simon Engledow, UK Study Manager, brings more than ten years of project management experience in NGS technologies from the Oxford Genomics Centre, University of Oxford. He gained his Ph.D. from the University of Leeds and held postdoctoral positions at the University of Cambridge and the University of Warwick. Simon has a varied background in plant and mammalian cell and molecular biology/biotechnology, combined with employment in both academia and industry, that spans over twenty-five years.

LORNE LONIE

Lorne J. Lonie, Senior Scientist in UK Operations, brings over twenty-five years of experience as a molecular geneticist and fifteen years of experience in the NGS field. As a previous member of the Oxford Genomics Centre, he has extensive experience in managing production teams using NGS systems. His profound knowledge of NGS developments has enabled him to excel in delivering high quality data and excellent turnaround times for customers.

AMY TREBES

Amy Trebes, UK Lab Services Manager, has accrued over fourteen years of experience in NGS library preparation and process improvement. She gained her Biological Sciences master’s degree from University of Leeds and Forensic Sciences undergraduate degree from University of Lincoln. As a previous member of the Oxford Genomics Centre, she has extensive experience in NGS workflows and process optimisation.

KIM BLACKWELL 

Kim Blackwell, Associate Scientist, brings four years of experience in the next-generation sequencing space. Following the completion of her undergraduate degree in biochemistry at the University of Portsmouth, she went on to work at Oxford Nanopore Technologies where she contributed to early-stage research projects aimed at developing DNA/RNA and protein sequencing technology. Excited to enhance her skills, Kim is committed to delivering high-quality data for our customers.

HAN DINH

Han Dinh, Associate Scientist, brings to the table over five years of experience in molecular biology and two years in NGS. With a solid understanding of NGS methodologies, Han has consistently delivered high-quality work in her previous role. She is eager to further develop her expertise in sequencing technologies and aims to provide excellent service to GENEWIZ customers in her new position.

JOSHUA NORWOOD

Joshua Norwood, Associate Scientist, gained a master’s degree in molecular biology at the University of Sheffield. He remained at Sheffield to complete a Ph.D. on the interactions between the bacterial pathogen Enterococcus faecalis and the host. During his Ph.D., Josh enjoyed a successful industry placement at APIS Assay Technologies, contributing to the development of in vitro diagnostic tests for human disease. Using his years of experience working with DNA/RNA, Josh is looking forward to providing exemplary service to GENEWIZ customers. ​

MARINA GHALY 

Marina Ghaly, Associate Scientist, gained her undergraduate degree in biochemistry from the University of Southampton and her master’s degree in forensic science from King's College London. Her thesis project on the validation of a new sequencing kit refined her NGS and problem-solving skills, and she is looking forward to applying her experience to enable the delivery of timely and exemplary results.

GRACE BLAKELEY 

Grace Blakeley, Associate Scientist, has five years of experience in molecular biology and NGS. Following completion of her undergraduate degree in Biology, she continued her studies through a Ph.D. researching embryogenesis in the common house spider Parasteatoda tepidariorum. Utilizing techniques such as single-cell RNA sequencing, Grace was able to identify and characterize new genes that contributed to the evolution and development of this species. Grace is keen to use her experience to provide high quality data to our customers and the timely completion of their projects.

PREETHI VISHWANATHAN 

Preethi Vishwanathan, Associate Scientist, holds a Master's degree in Biotechnology from Nottingham Trent University. During her MSc, she conducted research on genes associated with Alzheimer's disease, gaining hands-on experience in bioinformatics, PCR, and fundamental molecular biology techniques. With a strong laboratory background, she is keen to expand her expertise in cutting-edge sequencing technologies and contribute to delivering exceptional service.

ANNA KIRK 

Anna Kirk, Associate Scientist, gained her undergraduate degree in Natural Sciences at the University of Cambridge and her Ph.D. at the University of Glasgow. Her Ph.D. involved working on a potential new therapy for HPV associated lesions, in which she used a number of NGS techniques to investigate the effects of treatment on the host and virus. Excited to translate her five years of experience in molecular biology and learn new skills, Anna is looking forward to delivering high-quality data for our customers.

RICHIE JONES

Richie Jones, Account Manager for Oxford and the southwest, brings half a decade of NGS and customer support experience. Holding an undergraduate degree in biochemistry and having served in key roles at Illumina, he possesses a deep understanding of project goals and excels in devising the best solutions to meet them.

AMY ALLWOOD

Amy Allwood, Sales Manager for the UK and Ireland, brings over fifteen years of industry expertise. She earned her MBA from the University of Sheffield in 2020 and holds an undergraduate degree in human biology from the University of Birmingham. Amy's extensive experience across the life science industry in the UK, Europe, and North America reflects her unwavering commitment to excellence.