Andrew Walters PhD

Bio

AJ Walters is a bioengineer working at the nexus of synthetic biology, cell engineering, immunology, and cell therapy. In his science facing roles, he researches ways to make cell therapies more effective and accessible for deployment in regenerative medicine across a wide range of disorders. He completed a PhD in Bioengineering, jointly advised at Rice University and UTHealth Houston McGovern Medical School. This gives him a unique perspective on the applications of scientific disciplines, and he hopes to bring the therapies he has helped develop to patients by starting a company. As an educator, AJ has a decade of experience teaching and mentoring others in the sciences. He spearheaded an initiative at Utah State University where he studied as a Biological Engineering undergraduate that provided exposure to principles of biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, and bioengineering to 8th graders in a summer camp/classroom setting. Now in its 8th year, this initiative has inspired hundreds of youth to explore STEM. In total, AJ's diverse experiences provide real world context and a unique perspective that help him connect with those seeking to learn.