Quin Wills

Here’s some fire content about Quin Wills, this dude is straight-up the real deal in biotech. So, he’s a YC W20 alum, but what really sets him apart is his insane background that’s basically a masterclass in how to crush it across academia and industry.

Quin kicked things off with a med degree from Witwatersrand, right? Then he didn’t stop, he jumped into some heavy research spots: Oxford, Cambridge, Mayo Clinic, and even the Novo Nordisk Research Centre in Oxford. That’s a crazy resume, showing he’s been around the block in both the US and UK, working with some of the best minds in medicine and biotech.

But here’s the kicker, during his PhD, he co-founded SimuGen, which was all about using genomics and high-content screening to predict drug toxicity in the liver. This wasn’t just a side project, it’s where he really started blending his love for tech, biology, and real-world impact. That’s when you see the spark, dude is all about pushing boundaries and making stuff that actually helps people.

Fast forward, now he’s the CSO and co-founder of Ochre Bio. These guys are working on RNA therapies for chronic liver diseases. Think about it, using genomic deep phenotyping and modern RNA medicine to tackle problems that’ve been damn near impossible to crack. He’s always been chasing that future trend that could truly change medicine. And he’s not just about the science, he’s all in on diversity, openly talking about being a queer founder and fighting for more voices in biotech. That’s pretty rare, especially in this space.

What’s clear is, Quin’s process isn’t just about tech or medicine, it’s about purpose. He’s been driven by a desire to solve complex health issues, but also to build companies and cultures that matter. His experience in both the UK and US shows he’s got a global mindset, and he knows that behind every big biotech breakthrough are people and culture.

Bottom line: Quin Wills is a scientist turned biotech founder who’s crushing the game by combining deep research, bold innovation, and a real sense of social purpose. He’s the kind of guy who sees the big picture, not just the next dollar, but how to actually make a dent in human health. That’s why he’s so important, and honestly, why I think we’ll be hearing a lot more about him soon.