iPSC Cell Therapy

Biography

Andreas Scheel, as the EVP Head of Cell Therapy, leads the focus area “iPSC-based Cell Therapies” at Evotec. He also serves as the site head of the Cologne facility and is responsible for the cell therapy core teams located in Göttingen and Cologne.

In his role, Andreas is primarily responsible for the strategic development of this focus area together with a leadership team and for the establishment of strategic partnerships. He ensures the teams have the required expertise and fosters a cohesive identity across different sites. Andreas actively engages in internal networking and garners management support to promote transparency as this field continues to grow within the company. Additionally, he provides vital support to specific projects.

Andreas and his team's work holds immense importance, as they develop novel therapies to address urgent patient needs, striving to cure (rather than just treat) specific diseases with the unique advantages of iPSC-based cell therapy. At Evotec, Andreas values the company's commitment to investing in promising areas, granting senior leaders like himself the autonomy to define strategies. The dynamic and diverse environment at Evotec, with its vast expertise and multicultural teams, allows Andreas to excel in developing innovative platforms that have the potential to revolutionize medical treatments. His dedication and leadership position him as an invaluable asset in Evotec's pursuit of groundbreaking therapies.

Interest and Experience

Apart from his professional achievements, Andreas finds joy and fulfillment in his family and sports. He thrives in fast-paced environments and embraces challenging situations, making critical decisions with urgency, which allows him to tap into his creativity and excel in his work at Evotec.