On January 12th, Enrique Botana joined the MERYT team as Technology Manager.

Enrique holds a PhD in Organic Chemistry from the Autonomous University of Madrid (UAM) and has an extensive professional background in both the academic and industrial sectors.

As a university researcher, Enrique has worked in the field of Supramolecular Chemistry, specifically in the design and synthesis of organic molecules with activity in molecular recognition phenomena, transport, and biomolecule catalysis. He has also focused his work on solid-phase synthesis and the design of combinatorial libraries of peptidomimetics, as well as executing advanced synthetic routes to obtain molecules with potential pharmaceutical activity.

Within the industrial sector, Enrique has developed his expertise in industrial quality, process control, facility innovations, and regulatory, auditing, and registration processes across various industries (Cement, Bulk Chemicals, Pharmaceuticals, Agricultural Inputs, and the Organic Synthesis of potential drugs).

As part of the MERYT team, Enrique acts as a scientific project manager, coordinates collaborations with both academic and industrial partners, and serves as the head of the company’s industrial development (R&D&I).