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Darlene Homonko - Director
ext. 6380
homonko@lunenfeld.ca Dr. Homonko has over 20 years experience in life sciences commercialization with specific experience in early stage company formation. Prior to joining Mount Sinai Hospital, Dr. Homonko was Director of Business Development at Vineland Research and Innovation Centre in Vineland Ontario. A natural at engaging people and developing partnerships, she spearheaded the formation of a vibrant bioscience cluster in Hamilton, Halton and Niagara as the Executive Director of the Golden Horseshoe Bioscience Network (GHBN) for five years. Managing a multi-stakeholder contribution of just under 2 million dollars, she and her team created new programs and connections that continue to impact the region. With her expertise and guidance, the network was instrumental in helping companies grow and access the knowledge and financial resources they needed to be successful and competitive. Dr. Homonko began her career as a key member of an investment team that managed a US$20 million early stage Canadian Biomedical Venture Fund. During her tenure at Milestone Medica Corporation’s (MMC) she was seconded to the post of Director of Operations and Business Development for one of MMC’s companies – Molecular Templates Inc. (MTI), that was developing anti-cancer therapeutics from bacterial proteins. Following MTI, Dr. Homonko held a senior management post as an Industry Liaison Officer at the University of Toronto Innovations Foundation where she focused on identifying new spin-out opportunities in the life science and convergent medical technologies sector. In possession of a strong background in intellectual property management, technology evaluation and analyzing corporate research and development in commercial alliances for sound business practice, Dr. Homonko holds a Ph.D., Neuroscience from the University of Toronto, Institute of Medical Sciences; a M.Sc., Kinesiology from Dalhousie University; and a B.Sc., Physical Education, Health, General Science from the University of Rhode Island.
Claire Major - Coordinator II, Administration and Contracts Support
ext. 6896
arp_help@lunenfeld.ca Claire is an experienced researcher and project management professional with a strong background in social science research, process development, and research administration. She has a Masters in Environmental Studies from York University.
Inna Lokteva - Coordinator I, Administration and Contracts Support
ext. 8444
arp_help@lunenfeld.ca Inshan Hosein - Senior Contract Reviewer
ext. 7646
ihosein@lunenfeld.ca
Inshan is well experienced in reviewing, drafting and negotiating a wide range of contracts for healthcare institutions in Toronto, and is also experienced in Quality Improvement within the research integrity settings.
Inshan obtained his LL.B. from the University of London and has practised law for over 10 years in another jurisdiction. Inshan is also a Certified Quality Improvement Associate by the American Society for Quality.
Samir Parmar, JD - Research Legal Counsel (Corporate Projects)
ext. 5887
sparmar@lunenfeld.ca
Samir holds a Juris Doctorate in Law from the University of Windsor Faculty of Law and holds a license to practice law in the Province of Ontario. Samir has had the pleasure of working with renowned Toronto based hospitals and research institutes where he was able to utilize his diverse background and experience to assist researchers, physicians, and key stakeholders in the negotiation, drafting, and review of corporate and research contracts. His journey began at the University of Toronto where he completed an Honours Bachelor of Arts in English and Health Policy. During his time at the University of Toronto, he was offered co-op opportunities and worked alongside various healthcare professionals to advocate and conduct research on a variety of health and social issues in and around the GTA. Samir currently sits as Board of Director on the Council of Agencies Serving South Asians (CASSA). As an active Board Member, he supported CASSA in attaining national charitable status and continues to play a pivotal role in the advancement of advocacy for marginalized communities across the nation. Through these experiences, he grew to appreciate the need to better understand the legal impact of health policies, research and the law. Outside of his professional career, Samir enjoys spending quality time with his family, friends, is an avid fan of Toronto sports teams and looks forward to mentoring young lawyers entering the profession. Neda Foroughian (she/her), JD, BSc, CIPP/C, CIPM - Research Legal Counsel (Privacy Projects)
ext. 3235 foroughian@lunenfeld.ca As a graduate of Osgoode Hall Law School (of York University), Neda has worked in healthcare legal services since she was called to the bar in 2021. Neda is skilled in both advice-based solicitor work, as well as advocacy-based litigation matters, having previously worked as an associate at a national law firm. She has a strong background in science and research, holding a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry from Wilfrid Laurier University. Neda proudly serves as the treasurer of the Board of Directors of the John Howard society (of York Region) and acts as a law and community member for the Research Ethics Board (“REB”) of Queen’s University’s Health Sciences and Affiliated Teaching Hospitals. As an active member of the International Association of Privacy Professionals ("IAPP"), Neda is both a Certified Information Privacy Professional for Canada ("CIPP/C") and Certified Information Privacy Manager ("CIPM"). As someone who greatly values mentorship and connecting with others, Neda is passionate about access to education, professional development and helping young lawyers succeed in their careers. Outside of the office, she is an avid runner, fitness and podcast enthusiast, and always looks forward to planning trips abroad with her friends and family. Michael Hanna - Sr. Business Development Officer
ext. 4752
hanna@lunenfeld.ca Michael brings to the OTTIL over 18 years experience in the technology transfer space, three of which were spent on the industry side in his role as Technology Transfer Administrator for Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Tarrytown, New York). He has a B.Sc. (honours) in Biology from the University of Waterloo and a M.Sc. in molecular microbiology from the University of Toronto, Faculty of Dentistry. Michael is responsible for a variety of business -related matters including review and negotiation of industry-sponsored research agreements, evaluating invention disclosures and other opportunities, marketing, license negotiation and start-up creation.
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