Getting to know... Faheem Aziz

In this team interview, we get to know another member of the Product Development team, Faheem Aziz .

What is your role/what do you do at MFX?

As a Mechanical Engineer Designer at MFX, I combine my experience in product design, mechanical engineering, and manufacturing to create cutting-edge solutions, from alpha prototypes to test rigs, all the way to full-scale production. It’s an exciting blend of creativity and precision, as I work to bring innovative technologies to life.

Tell us about your background. (what did you do before joining MFX)

I graduated from Loughborough University, with a first-class MEng degree in Product Design Engineering and currently, I’m working towards chartership, with two years already under my belt. Before joining MFX, I’ve had the opportunity to work in fast-paced manufacturing businesses, as well as design consulting where I gained a vast amount of experience in industrial, medical and consumer-based design.

What excites you about the Cyto Engine technology?

The Cyto Engine technology at MFX is incredibly exciting. Discovering and learning more about it at MFX has been extremely interesting. The technology's unique ability to offer clients flexibility before full-scale manufacturing accelerates their research and gives them a stepping stone to our future innovations. I’m thrilled to be part of this unique journey and scale-up the future of cell and gene therapy!

What do you think the future of cell culture looks like?

I think the future of cell and gene therapy, and cell culture, is incredibly promising. It's an area that has the potential to revolutionise how we treat diseases and improve lives. Being able to solve the challenges of automation and parallel analytics in cell and gene therapy is extremely exciting. The chance to contribute to designing technologies that could make such a significant difference is truly inspiring.

Engineering and biology are intersecting more and more, how will this solve some of the challenges of cell therapy?

As engineering and biology continue to intersect, the potential to solve some of the biggest challenges in cell therapy is huge. A deep understanding of both fields can accelerate the development of essential conditions and technologies. It's about knowing what the cells need and figuring out how engineering can meet those needs in the most efficient way possible.

Tell us about other things you do - eg running a marathon, climbing mountains etc

Outside of work, I stay active with a variety of sports. I've been playing cricket for almost 20 years and also enjoy football and playing golf with my family. I also enjoy tinkering with engineering projects in my spare time using 3D printing and other software.

Tell us an interesting fact about you! 

I recently travelled to Pakistan for a cricket tour, and also have been to Barbados in 2015. They were incredible experiences, and I love that my passion for sports has taken me around the world.

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