Management Team
Founder, Chairman and CEO
Dr. Eddy Wu is the Founder, Chairman and CEO of Arctic Vision. Dr. Wu is a committed and proactive professional with a highly successful local and global background in basic science research, clinical development, medical affairs, health economics and commercialization throughout the whole development circle of drugs & devices. Before he founded Arctic Vision, he was the Head of Terns China Biotechnology where he was responsible for directing and overseeing all aspects of R&D activities as well as general management responsibilities. Before Terns, he was the Executive Director at Allergan China where he was responsible for Allergan's overall R&D, clinical, medical and portfolio strategy for China. Previous to his work at Allergan, he was based in Novartis Basel headquarter, Hong Kong, and Taiwan and held various positions with increasing responsibilities and gained in first-hand global experience. Besides his extensive experience in the healthcare industry, Dr. Wu also owns multiple social titles such as the Senior Fellow of Social Enterprise Research Academy, the Outstanding Young Entrepreneur of Guangdong-HK-Macao Bay Area, and Economic Innovator in the New Era. Dr. Wu graduated with a bachelor's degree in Biochemistry from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST), where he also obtained his Ph.D. in Biochemistry. He also holds 14 patents and 23 academic publications.
Device President
Mr. Liu Liang is the Founder of MDCO and now the Device President of Arctic Vision. He started his career as a clinical surgeon. Prior to founding MDCO, he worked at Alcon, a leading ophthalmic intraocular lens (IOL) company, where he accumulated years of frontline sales and team management experience in ophthalmic medical devices. He later ventured into entrepreneurship, operating an agency business for ophthalmic medical devices and intraocular lenses, which established his profound entrepreneurial background. Mr. Liu holds a Bachelor's degree in Clinical Medicine from Zhejiang Medical University (now the Medical School of Zhejiang University) and an MBA from Fudan University School of Business.
Chief Commercial Officer
York Chen brings 21 years sales and marketing experience focusing in ophthalmic products. Before joining Arctic Vision, he headed Allergan China's eye care business with full profit & loss responsibility of more than 10 products (Ozurdex, Ganfort, Lumigan, Combigan, Refresh Tears, etc.), covering four different treatment area (Retina/Glaucoma/Stac/Tears). Previously, he was the National Sales Manager at Alcon, leading the sales for multiple projects. Earlier in his career, York served at MSD and Boehringer Ingelheim with extensive experience in management of sales, marketing, distributors, private hospitals, and key accounts. York graduated from Shanghai JiaoTong university with a bachelor's degree in stomatology and obtained his EMBA from China Europe International Business School (CEIBS).
Chief Medical Officer
Dr. Qing Liu has 18 Years of clinical, scientific research and industry experience of ophthalmology. Before joining Arctic Vision, she served as Head of Clinical Development & Medical Affairs for Alcon Greater China region, and Medical Director of Alcon Asia Pacific Region, following her roles as Head of Eye Care Medical Affairs in Allergan China, and Scientific Lead for Glaucoma in Allergan Asia Pacific Region, where she has led and driven the successful clinical development and launch of a wide range of ophthalmic drugs, devices and OTC products.
Dr. Liu completed the clinical training of Ophthalmology in Wuhan Tongji Medical College in her early career, and was selected to join the European Commission Marie-Curie Research Training Networks for Retina Neurobiology-Vision Regulation research, and received her PhD from Leipzig University of Germany.
Chief Scientific Officer
Dr. Jiang is the Chief Scientific Officer, leading the company's materials science initiatives. He brings a wealth of broad and deep experience across advanced materials and polymer chemistry. Known for driving technical innovation through pioneering material R&D, patent portfolio development, and efficient team leadership, he spearheads the company’s scientific strategy. Prior to joining MDCO as CSO in June 2020, Dr. Jiang built a distinguished career in the United States, serving as a Senior Scientist in the Research & Development divisions of both Alcon and Bausch + Lomb. His expertise spans advanced materials development, medical devices, and scaling R&D teams, backed by numerous issued patents.
Dr. Jiang holds a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Polymer Chemistry from Michigan State University and a Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science from Nanjing University.
Chief Operating Officer
Ms. Ping Cheng has almost 20 years of experience of financial management, investing and consulting. Before joining Arctic Vision, she has worked as the Finance VP of Ark Biosciences Inc. She started her career as a chartered accountant and corporation tax consultant in Ernest & Young's financial services office in London after her University degree, and then joined Credit Suisse's UK securities business as an Equity Analyst. In 2011, She became the Head of Shanghai office of DBS Vickers as its lead analyst covering the China Insurance sectors. Ms. Cheng also worked in corporate buy-out for some China's largest industrial conglomerates including Fosun International. Ms. Cheng graduated from School of Management, University of Bradford (UK) with a Bachelor's degree in 2001. She is qualified as a Chartered Accountant with Institute of Chartered Accountant of Scotland (ICAS) and has a CFA designation.
Chief Business Officer
Simon Tsang is a senior executive and the Chief Business Officer, bringing over 20 years of broad and deep experience across big pharma, biotech, startups, and venture capital. Known for building companies and portfolios through strategic planning, selective deal-making, and efficient integration, he drives growth by pursuing disruptive technologies and innovative business models. Simon has successfully led projects in research/pipeline strategy, platform partnering, indication split deals, international expansion, strategic clinical collaborations, spinouts, royalty sales, co-promotions, and M&A. His expertise spans pharmaceuticals, devices, and software across multiple therapeutic areas. Prior companies include Amgen, L.E.K. Consulting, Massachusetts General Hospital, MedImmune, Pivotal bioVenture Partners, and TESARO. He holds a Ph.D. in Biophysics from Harvard University, where his thesis project involved finding a cure for the common cold.
Scientific Advisory Board
President, European Association for Vision and Eye Research Foundation Chair of ophthalmology at University of Nottingham
Professor Haminder is the Chairman of Ophthalmology and vision science in University of Nottingham, UK, President of European Association for Vision and Eye Research Foundation and Editor of Journal of EuCornea. He is a Cornea specialist with most famous contribution of discovery of a previously undetected layer (Pre-Decemet layer – also dubbed Dua's Layer) of the human cornea in 2013. He served as president of EVER, EuCornea and the Royal College of Ophthalmologists previously, and as Editor-in-chief of the British journal of ophthalmology. He has been appointed by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II as Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (CBE) for Services to Ophthalmology.
Director of the Duke Center for Macular Diseases, Vice Chair of Ophthalmology at Duke University Previous Imagen CSO
Professor Haminder is the Chairman of Ophthalmology and vision science in University of Nottingham, UK, President of European Association for Vision and Eye Research Foundation and Editor of Journal of EuCornea. He is a Cornea specialist with most famous contribution of discovery of a previously undetected layer (Pre-Decemet layer – also dubbed Dua's Layer) of the human cornea in 2013. He served as president of EVER, EuCornea and the Royal College of Ophthalmologists previously, and as Editor-in-chief of the British journal of ophthalmology. He has been appointed by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II as Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (CBE) for Services to Ophthalmology.
elect of China Ophthalmology Society
Professor Haminder is the Chairman of Ophthalmology and vision science in University of Nottingham, UK, President of European Association for Vision and Eye Research Foundation and Editor of Journal of EuCornea. He is a Cornea specialist with most famous contribution of discovery of a previously undetected layer (Pre-Decemet layer – also dubbed Dua's Layer) of the human cornea in 2013. He served as president of EVER, EuCornea and the Royal College of Ophthalmologists previously, and as Editor-in-chief of the British journal of ophthalmology. He has been appointed by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II as Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (CBE) for Services to Ophthalmology.
Board of Directors
Director
Professor Haminder is the Chairman of Ophthalmology and vision science in University of Nottingham, UK, President of European Association for Vision and Eye Research Foundation and Editor of Journal of EuCornea. He is a Cornea specialist with most famous contribution of discovery of a previously undetected layer (Pre-Decemet layer – also dubbed Dua's Layer) of the human cornea in 2013. He served as president of EVER, EuCornea and the Royal College of Ophthalmologists previously, and as Editor-in-chief of the British journal of ophthalmology. He has been appointed by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II as Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (CBE) for Services to Ophthalmology.
Director
Professor Haminder is the Chairman of Ophthalmology and vision science in University of Nottingham, UK, President of European Association for Vision and Eye Research Foundation and Editor of Journal of EuCornea. He is a Cornea specialist with most famous contribution of discovery of a previously undetected layer (Pre-Decemet layer – also dubbed Dua's Layer) of the human cornea in 2013. He served as president of EVER, EuCornea and the Royal College of Ophthalmologists previously, and as Editor-in-chief of the British journal of ophthalmology. He has been appointed by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II as Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (CBE) for Services to Ophthalmology.
Director
Professor Haminder is the Chairman of Ophthalmology and vision science in University of Nottingham, UK, President of European Association for Vision and Eye Research Foundation and Editor of Journal of EuCornea. He is a Cornea specialist with most famous contribution of discovery of a previously undetected layer (Pre-Decemet layer – also dubbed Dua's Layer) of the human cornea in 2013. He served as president of EVER, EuCornea and the Royal College of Ophthalmologists previously, and as Editor-in-chief of the British journal of ophthalmology. He has been appointed by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II as Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (CBE) for Services to Ophthalmology.
Director
Professor Haminder is the Chairman of Ophthalmology and vision science in University of Nottingham, UK, President of European Association for Vision and Eye Research Foundation and Editor of Journal of EuCornea. He is a Cornea specialist with most famous contribution of discovery of a previously undetected layer (Pre-Decemet layer – also dubbed Dua's Layer) of the human cornea in 2013. He served as president of EVER, EuCornea and the Royal College of Ophthalmologists previously, and as Editor-in-chief of the British journal of ophthalmology. He has been appointed by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II as Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (CBE) for Services to Ophthalmology.
Director
Professor Haminder is the Chairman of Ophthalmology and vision science in University of Nottingham, UK, President of European Association for Vision and Eye Research Foundation and Editor of Journal of EuCornea. He is a Cornea specialist with most famous contribution of discovery of a previously undetected layer (Pre-Decemet layer – also dubbed Dua's Layer) of the human cornea in 2013. He served as president of EVER, EuCornea and the Royal College of Ophthalmologists previously, and as Editor-in-chief of the British journal of ophthalmology. He has been appointed by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II as Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (CBE) for Services to Ophthalmology.
Director
Professor Haminder is the Chairman of Ophthalmology and vision science in University of Nottingham, UK, President of European Association for Vision and Eye Research Foundation and Editor of Journal of EuCornea. He is a Cornea specialist with most famous contribution of discovery of a previously undetected layer (Pre-Decemet layer – also dubbed Dua's Layer) of the human cornea in 2013. He served as president of EVER, EuCornea and the Royal College of Ophthalmologists previously, and as Editor-in-chief of the British journal of ophthalmology. He has been appointed by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II as Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (CBE) for Services to Ophthalmology.
Director
Professor Haminder is the Chairman of Ophthalmology and vision science in University of Nottingham, UK, President of European Association for Vision and Eye Research Foundation and Editor of Journal of EuCornea. He is a Cornea specialist with most famous contribution of discovery of a previously undetected layer (Pre-Decemet layer – also dubbed Dua's Layer) of the human cornea in 2013. He served as president of EVER, EuCornea and the Royal College of Ophthalmologists previously, and as Editor-in-chief of the British journal of ophthalmology. He has been appointed by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II as Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (CBE) for Services to Ophthalmology.
Director
Professor Haminder is the Chairman of Ophthalmology and vision science in University of Nottingham, UK, President of European Association for Vision and Eye Research Foundation and Editor of Journal of EuCornea. He is a Cornea specialist with most famous contribution of discovery of a previously undetected layer (Pre-Decemet layer – also dubbed Dua's Layer) of the human cornea in 2013. He served as president of EVER, EuCornea and the Royal College of Ophthalmologists previously, and as Editor-in-chief of the British journal of ophthalmology. He has been appointed by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II as Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (CBE) for Services to Ophthalmology.
Director
Professor Haminder is the Chairman of Ophthalmology and vision science in University of Nottingham, UK, President of European Association for Vision and Eye Research Foundation and Editor of Journal of EuCornea. He is a Cornea specialist with most famous contribution of discovery of a previously undetected layer (Pre-Decemet layer – also dubbed Dua's Layer) of the human cornea in 2013. He served as president of EVER, EuCornea and the Royal College of Ophthalmologists previously, and as Editor-in-chief of the British journal of ophthalmology. He has been appointed by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II as Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (CBE) for Services to Ophthalmology.
