The Team

Meet the team at Sci-Group AS

At SCI Group, it’s the people who make the difference. Our multidisciplinary team combines expertise in biotechnology, cryobiology, engineering, and business development. Together, we work to develop safe, effective, and chemical-free cryopreservation solutions—for the benefit of both science and society.

Our team consists of

  • Experienced researchers and scientists with backgrounds in cell biology and cryotechnology
  • Skilled engineers and product developers
  • Project managers and business strategists
  • Advisors and collaborators from leading academic and industrial environments

We believe in collaboration, innovation, and a shared commitment to quality and societal benefit.

The Science Team – Core Team

Amr Gamil, Associated Researcher

Ph.D. in Veterinary Medicine & Cell Biology, NMBU
Experienced scientist in cell biology from the Norwegian School of Veterinary Science

Johanne, Senior Scientist & Lab Manager

MSc in Biophysics, University of Oslo
Experience from laboratory work for SCI Group as well as industrial monoclonal antibody production

Jenny, Senior Scientist

MSc in Medical Physics, University of Oslo
Experience from laboratory work for SCI Group

Associated Advisors

  • Geir Gogstad, Associated Advisor
    Ph.D. in Biochemistry
    Experienced industrial researcher, advisor in research and development as well as patent matters.
  • Ørjan Grøttem Martinsen, Associated Advisor
    Professor, Ph.D., Department of Physics, University of Oslo
    Experienced researcher in electronics and an internationally recognized expert in bioimpedance.
  • Stefan Löfås, Associated Advisor
    Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry
    Over 30 years of experience from Cytiva AB in Uppsala, specializing in science and market.

Board of Directors

Jøran Aulin-Jansson, Chariman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Business executive and chess official. Former President of the Norwegian Chess Federation and currently Vice President of FIDE (the International Chess Federation).

Håvard Grjotheim, Board Member
Veteran in the printing and publishing industry. Chairman of ScandBook, one of Europe’s leading book manufacturers. Former CEO of 07 Media. Chair of NOPA (Nordic Printing Association). Advocate for printed books in education and culture.

Øystein Soug, Board Member
Biotech executive with expertise in fundraising and growth. CEO of Oncoinvent ASA. Former CFO at Algeta ASA, CEO and CFO at Targovax ASA, with a focus on immuno-oncology. Extensive experience in scaling biotech companies and raising capital.

Henrik Carlsen, Board Member
Corporate strategist and global brand advisor
Manages career and global sponsorships of Magnus Carlsen (World Chess Champion). Former professional from Shell and Exxon and as IT consultant. Bridges sports, media and business on a global scale.

Øivind Resch, Board Member
Serial entrepreneur and product innovation specialist. Founder of Viking Arm Medical AS, innovating in heart and gastro surgery with new sternal retractors. Has founded and scaled several global companies such as Viking Arm AS, Energy-Next AS, and PadTech AS.