Dr. George Voren

Lecturer, Mentor, Biotechnology Venture Readiness Program 2025

Dr. George Voren

Lecturer, Mentor, Biotechnology Venture Readiness Program 2025

Dr. George Voren, PhD, VP, an investor at Curie.Bio, where he focuses on global sourcing of new therapeutic companies. Previously, he was part of the team at Flagship Pioneering, building early-stage biotech ventures such as Vesalius Therapeutics, and worked at Relay Therapeutics, where he contributed to the launch of multiple drug discovery programs.

George began his scientific career at The Scripps Research Institute, earning a PhD in Neuropharmacology and contributing to the discovery of the first selective Orexin 1 Receptor Antagonist, which was licensed by AstraZeneca and brought to clinical trials for addiction. His work sits at the intersection of science, business, and medicine.

At Curie.Bio, Dr. Voren leads founder strategy and operations, focusing on the sourcing and development of early-stage therapeutic ventures. He works closely with scientific teams to shape company concepts, design research plans, and guide startups from initial proposal to Series A funding. His role spans investment sourcing, operational design, and founder engagement across a global biotech network.

Saudi Biotechnology Accelerator

Pioneering Saudi-based Biotechnology Accelerator, advancing biotech innovators’ journey, and helping to excel in the Global Markets, while contributing to the Saudi Biotechnology Ecosystem establishment and growth