ABOUT US

Innovators. Dreamers.

Metabolica Health is a preclinical biotech company developing a first-in-class, oral therapy for diabetes, obesity, and metabolic liver disease. Our approach is rooted in the microbiome: we’re advancing a small molecule, 4-cresol, that restores the body’s ability to produce insulin and rebalance metabolism.

Unlike current treatments that manage symptoms, we target the biological root of disease — with regenerative effects on the insulin-producing pancreatic β-cells and broader benefits across systemic metabolism.

Backed by peer-reviewed publications, a granted U.S. patent, and global academic partnerships, Metabolica is building a scalable therapeutic platform with broad clinical potential and clear translational focus.

Our leadership team combines deep scientific expertise with operational and business experience to translate discovery into real-world impact.

MEET THE TEAM

Management & Directors

Daniel Auld, Ph.D.

President, CEO & Director

Dr. Auld brings over 20 years of experience in neuroscience, drug development, and institutional leadership. He has co-led operations at McGill’s Victor Phillip Dahdaleh Institute of Genomic Medicine since 2011, holds two patents, and is a graduate of the adMare Executive Institute. He earned his Ph.D. from McGill and has published in journals including Nature.

Scott Jardin, CPA, CGA

Chief Financial Officer

Mr. Jardin is a seasoned financial executive with experience across biotech, regulated consumer health, and academic research. He currently serves as CFO of The Good Shroom Co. and Teonan Biomedical, and previously led AAA Medic Montreal as CEO. He also managed finance operations for McGill University’s research centres. He holds a B.Comm from Concordia University and graduate diplomas in Finance and IT from McGill and UQAM.

Director

Graham Wood, Ph.d.

Dr. Graham Wood is a distinguished professional in clinical pharmacology with extensive experience leading major biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies. Currently, he serves as the Executive Vice-President for Nucleus Network, USA, where he spearheads the US operations and has developed a full-service offering. Dr. Wood excelled at McGill University, earning his Ph.D. in Neurology and Neurosurgery where he ranked first among doctoral students in Quebec and received numerous prestigious awards. He also holds an Hon. B.Sc. in Biochemistry, graduating Summa cum laude from McMaster University in 1994.

MEET THE TEAM

Management & Directors

Daniel Auld, Ph.D.

President, CEO & Director

Dr. Auld brings over 20 years of experience in neuroscience, drug development, and institutional leadership. He has co-led operations at McGill’s Victor Phillip Dahdaleh Institute of Genomic Medicine since 2011, holds two patents, and is a graduate of the adMare Executive Institute. He earned his Ph.D. from McGill and has published in journals including Nature.

Scott Jardin, CPA, CGA

Chief Financial Officer

Mr. Jardin is a seasoned financial executive with experience across biotech, regulated consumer health, and academic research. He currently serves as CFO of The Good Shroom Co. and Teonan Biomedical, and previously led AAA Medic Montreal as CEO. He also managed finance operations for McGill University’s research centres. He holds a B.Comm from Concordia University and graduate diplomas in Finance and IT from McGill and UQAM.

Director

Graham Wood, Ph.d.

Dr. Graham Wood is a distinguished professional in clinical pharmacology with extensive experience leading major biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies. Currently, he serves as the Executive Vice-President for Nucleus Network, USA, where he spearheads the US operations and has developed a full-service offering. Dr. Wood excelled at McGill University, earning his Ph.D. in Neurology and Neurosurgery where he ranked first among doctoral students in Quebec and received numerous prestigious awards. He also holds an Hon. B.Sc. in Biochemistry, graduating Summa cum laude from McMaster University in 1994.

CAREERS

Join Us

As a growing Biotechnology Startup, we are always looking for new team members. Whether you’re interested in business or have something innovative and unique to bring to the table, we’d love to see if you’re a good fit for Metabolica Health. Send us your CV today to and we will get back to you as soon as we can.