
Board
of directors
Joanna Davies, DPhil – Chair
Joanna Davies is Professor at San Diego Biomedical Research Institute (SDBRI). Throughout her scientific career Dr. Davies has focused on understanding mechanisms used by the immune system to protect tissue from destruction.
John Bauer – Member
John Bauer is Assistant Dean and Executive Officer for the UC San Diego Division of Biological Sciences. Originally trained in the biological sciences and business, Mr. Bauer has held executive positions at various life science commercial and non-profit organizations over the past three decades. He is co-founder of Bay Biotech Consulting and possesses extensive experience in business development, finance, operations management, marketing, and education.
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Barbara Lamb, MBA, LSSBB – Member
Barbara Lamb is a community volunteer who currently serves in multiple roles on the Girl Scouts San Diego board of directors, previously led the board of directors for Mothers and Daughters Club Assisting Philanthropies, and held multiple leadership positions in the Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers at the local and national level. Professionally, she leads continuous process improvement efforts within the City of San Diego and previously served in various capacities in and around the shipbuilding and transportation industries as a shipyard manager and business consultant. Barbara earned a B.S.E. in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering from the University of Michigan, an M.B.A. from San Diego State University, a certificate in Nonprofit Management from Chapman University, and Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification from the UC San Diego.
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