Elegen
Galit Meshulam-Simon is an accomplished biotechnology professional with extensive experience in research and development across various organizations. Currently serving as the Associate Director of Commercial Applications at ELEGEN since June 2024, Galit has previously held key leadership positions, including Head of Biology and Process Development at Base5 Genomics, where Galit established a unique lab platform for high-quality genomic sequencing. Galit’s expertise extends to roles such as VP of Product R&D at Aether Biomachines, Director of Biofuels Strain Improvement at Aurora Algae, and Staff Scientist at Codexis, where Galit led significant R&D projects in enzyme engineering and biocatalysis. Galit holds a Ph.D. in Biotechnology from the Technion - Israel Institute of Technology and completed post-doctoral research in Environmental Microbiology at Stanford University.