OUR TEAM
Meet the People Behind GlycanAge
Our vision is driven by a team of dedicated individuals, from our core operational team to our expert longevity specialists and esteemed science advisory board.
Together, we are committed to making glycan-based insights accessible and actionable, empowering individuals to take control of their health.
Gordan Lauc, CSO, Co-Founder
Professor Gordan Lauc is the scientific mind behind GlycanAge. After two decades of pioneering research linking glycans to inflammation and aging, he co-founded the company to bring this powerful science out of the laboratory and directly to the public.
As Chief Scientific Officer, Gordan ensures the scientific validity of the product and leads the ongoing research to uncover new insights into health and longevity.
Nikolina Lauc, CEO, Co-Founder
Nikolina is the driving force behind GlycanAge's mission to empower people to take control of their health. As CEO, she leads the company's strategy, growth, and operations.
Nikolina’s passion lies in translating complex scientific knowledge into an accessible and actionable product that helps people understand their bodies and make better lifestyle choices for a longer, healthier life.
Filip Lauc, CTO, Co-Founder
Filip is the architect of the GlycanAge digital platform. As CTO, he leads the technology and product teams responsible for transforming complex biological data into the personal, intuitive insights our customers receive.
Filip is dedicated to building a seamless user experience that makes understanding and improving your biological age straightforward and engaging.
Zornitsa Dimitrova
Chief Operating Officer
As a COO, Zorrie scales GlycanAge's global operations and drives business efficiency, building the framework to support the company's rapid growth.
Marko Tarnaj
Chief Product Officer
Leading the product and design teams, Marko translates complex glycan science into an intuitive and user-friendly digital experience that empowers people to improve their health.
Martin Iliev
Chief Financial Officer
Martin manages the company's financial strategy and planning, securing the resources needed to fuel GlycanAge's long-term growth and mission.
Vladimira Mihaylova
Chief Marketing Officer
As a CMO, Vladi leads the global marketing strategy, building brand awareness and communicating the power of glycan science to the world.
Paula Franceković
Head of Education
Paula leads the development of educational content, making the science behind GlycanAge accessible and empowering users to understand and act on their results.
Professor Gordan Lauc, PhD
Pioneer in Glycobiology & Founder of Genos
A world-renowned glycobiology pioneer, Gordan established the link between glycans, chronic inflammation, and biological age, forming the scientific foundation of GlycanAge.
Joseph Raffaele, M.D.
Longevity Medicine Specialist
As a leading physician in age management medicine, Joseph uses advanced diagnostics like GlycanAge to create personalized, proactive healthcare programs that extend patient healthspan.
Mark Sherwood, N.D.
Functional Medicine Expert
As a functional medicine expert, Mark focuses on treating the root cause of disease, using lifestyle interventions to combat the chronic inflammation that accelerates aging.
Dr. Amy B. Killen, M.D.
Pioneer in Clinical Longevity & Regenerative Medicine
A leading physician in regenerative medicine, Dr. Killen translates complex longevity science into clinical practice, guiding her patients to optimize their healthspan.
Professor Vlatka Zoldoš, PhD
Molecular Biologist & Epigeneticist
An expert in molecular biology and epigenetics, Vlatka researches how our lifestyle choices directly alter glycan patterns, thereby influencing our rate of biological aging.
Professor Dragan Primorac, M.D., PhD
Personalized & Regenerative Medicine Pioneer
As a pioneer in personalized and regenerative medicine, Dragan champions the use of molecular biomarkers, including glycans, to deliver precise and individualized healthcare strategies.
Professor Tim Spector, M.D.
Genetic Epidemiologist & Microbiome Expert
A world-leading expert on the gut microbiome and personalized nutrition, Tim's research explores how diet and lifestyle interact to influence inflammation and long-term health.
Professor Ronald Schnaar, PhD
Pharmacologist & Molecular Biologist
As a top glycobiology researcher from Johns Hopkins, Ronald's work has uncovered how glycans on cell surfaces regulate the immune system and inflammatory responses.
