Our Team
A multidisciplinary team of scientists and experts in microbiology, parasitology, and animal health.
Dr. Vaidas Palinauskas
Parasitologist and scientist-entrepreneur specializing in avian malaria, vector-borne parasites and host–parasite biology. At microXpace, he leads company strategy and scientific coordination, bringing particular expertise to the development of poultry and avian-health programs.
Dr. Alejandro Cabezas-Cruz
Scientist-entrepreneur and principal inventor of microXpace’s AlphaGal platform, with expertise in microbiome biology, host–microbe interactions and vector-borne diseases. He leads scientific strategy, IP generation and the translation of fundamental discoveries into animal-health products and industrial partnerships.
Dr. Astrid Holzer
Fish-health scientist specializing in parasitology, host–parasite interactions and aquaculture biology. An inventor of the AlphaGal platform, she leads microXpace’s aquaculture science and validation programs, translating biological concepts into robust, species-specific applications for fish health.
Dr. Myriam Kratou
Microbiome scientist and operator with expertise in microbial ecology, molecular biology and host–microbiome interactions. At microXpace, she coordinates supply, manufacturing and cross-functional execution, turning scientific and strategic decisions into practical product-development and delivery workflows.
Meyli Moradillos
Market-facing business developer connecting microXpace science with partners and commercial opportunities. She develops targeted value propositions, manages partner outreach and follow-up, and helps translate market feedback into collaboration, product-development and market-entry opportunities.
Dr. Apolline Maître
Scientist with expertise in parasitology, microbiome analysis and molecular biology. At microXpace, she leads quality and regulatory activities, connecting product science with QMS, HACCP, technical documentation, regulatory dossiers, labeling and market-access requirements.
Dr. Dasiel Obregón
Veterinary scientist and microbial ecologist with expertise in environmental microbiomes, multi-omics and bioinformatics. He chairs microXpace’s Board of Directors and leads the scientific development of the company’s biofertilizer and environmental-microbiome programs.
Dr. Luis Bermúdez-Humarán
INRAE Research Director and expert in probiotics, microbiome biology and gut health. Principal inventor and long-term scientific leader of the CNCM I-4884/NutryX program, he guides its scientific development from mechanism and IP through canine validation and product translation.
Dr. Camille Chauvin
Scientist and R&D professional with experience in project management and multidisciplinary coordination. At microXpace, she supports financial administration, reporting, funding activities and corporate organization, helping maintain the operational and governance discipline required as the company develops.
Dr. Maykel Galloso-Hernández
Veterinarian focused on companion-animal health and clinical translation. At microXpace, he connects scientific programs with veterinary practice, supporting clinical and field-study design, product validation and the practical translation of NutryX and other pet-health programs.