About EicOsis

Bringing New Hope to Pain Patients

A Revolutionary Approach to Neuroinflammatory Disease

Chronic inflammation disrupts the body’s natural balance, leading to a range of debilitating conditions. At EicOsis, we are pioneering a new class of oral medicines designed to restore the body’s innate ability to resolve inflammation—offering hope to millions.

Our innovative approach enhances the body’s natural protective pathways, promoting recovery and resilience. We are committed to advancing science that enables healthier lives and better outcomes.

Join us in redefining the future of inflammatory disease treatment.

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Our Leadership Team
Dr. Bruce Hammock, Founder, EicOsis

Dr. Bruce Hammock

Founder and CSO

Dr. Hammock is a Distinguished Professor at the University of California, Davis. Dr. Hammock is an elected member of the National Academy of Sciences, US (1999). He has over 30 years of extensive experience in the field of eicosanoids that yielded over 1000 publications and 100 issued patents on synthesis, pharmacology and biological action of eicosanoids and soluble epoxide hydrolase inhibitors.
Cindy McReynolds

Dr. Cindy McReynolds

Co-founder and CEO

Dr. McReynolds is an experienced sEHI researcher, and co-founder of EicOsis. She has previously managed preclinical efforts through Phase II clinical trials for start-up and semi-virtual biotech companies.
Dr. William Schmidt, Clinical Development, EicOsis

Dr. William Schmidt

Clinical Development

Dr. Schmidt is head of NorthStar Consulting, LLC, which specializes in providing advice on preclinical and clinical studies of novel analgesic drugs. He is the Parliamentarian and a Past-President of the Eastern Pain Association and has over 25 years of pharmaceutical experience specifically in the development of novel analgesic drugs. Dr. Schmidt currently sits on Scientific Advisory Boards of 4 biotech companies.
Dr. Sung Hee Hwang, EicOsis, Principal Chemist

Dr. Sung Hee Hwang

Principal Chemist

Dr. Hwang is a synthetic chemist with expertise in the design, synthesis, and characterization of small molecules in medicinal chemistry. He leads the development of highly potent inhibitors of epoxide hydrolase and cyclooxygenase enzymes.
Dr. Jun Yang, EicOsis

Dr. Jun Yang

Principal Scientist

Dr. Yang is an analytical chemist with expertise in the DMPK and analyses of small molecules in medicinal chemistry. He leads the research on DMPK of highly potent inhibitors of epoxide hydrolase and biomarker assessment.
Dr. Irene Cortés-Puch, Clinical Scientist, EicOsis

Dr. Irene Cortés-Puch

Clinical Scientist

Dr. Cortés-Puch is a critical care medicine physician and researcher with expertise in clinical trial design and monitoring, translational medicine, quality improvement, and regulatory communications. She spent 5 years conducting translational research at the National Institutes of Health and is currently a scientist at the UC Davis Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine.

Shahar Geva, MBA

Chief of Staff

Shahar is an operations and finance executive with a career in both the public and private sectors. Extensive experience in operations strategic planning and execution, project management, leadership, and budgeting. Expertise in Ag and Bio technologies with emphasis on laboratories, IoT deployment and maintenance, and food supply chains. Shahar holds a bachelor’s degree in agriculture economics (Cum Lauda) from the Hebrew university in Jerusalem Israel and Executive MBA from Kellogg School of Management (Northwestern University)

Krystal Elms, BS

Project Manager

Krystal is a project manager with a background ranging from biotech startups to global tech to the nonprofit sector. She holds a B.S. in Biology with a minor in Chemistry from the University of North Texas and is currently pursuing Project Management certification. Her experience includes supporting early-stage biotech companies, managing high-paced projects, and coordinating cross-functional teams in both scientific and administrative settings.