Marilyn C. McNamara

Marilyn C. McNamara, Ph.D., is a seasoned bioprocess scientist currently serving as a Senior Bioprocess Scientist at Orbillion Bio (YC W21) since July 2024. Previously, Marilyn worked as a Scientist II at Finless Foods, contributing to tissue engineering and cell line development by advancing cell adaptation techniques and leading innovative projects in bioprocess optimization. Marilyn's expertise includes manufacturing 3D cell scaffolds at Matrix Food Technologies, Inc., and conducting research as a Graduate Research Assistant at Iowa State University, focusing on neural tissue modeling. With a robust academic background, including a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering specializing in biomaterials and dual Bachelor of Science degrees in Mathematics and Applied Physics, Marilyn excels in fostering scientific growth and effectively communicating complex research findings.