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BOARD OF DIRECTORS & Executive Committee
Eviana Alice Breuss, MD, PhD, FOUNDER, CEO, New York
Eviana Breuss is a MD, PhD molecular biologist with more than 30 years of experience in translational research, with a particular focus on novel therapeutics of highly invasive and angiogenic brain cancers. She obtained her Ph.D. in Clinical Pharmacology and Biochemistry at the Institute of Experimental Cardiology, Cardiovascular Research Center, Moscow, followed by postdoctoral training in molecular and cellular biology at New York Medical College and Columbia University. From 2000 to 2010, Dr. Breuss conducted basic and clinical research at Washington State University, Westchester Medical Center, Columbia University School of Medicine, and NYU School of Medicine, as well as collaborated with Harvard University, Bristol-Myers Squibb, Cognate Therapeutics, Weill Cornell Presbyterian Medical Center, and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, NY.
Dr. Breuss has extensive experience in designing, developing, and implementing government, DoD, and non-profit organizations grants, IND, IND amendments, Investigator Brochures, Annual Reports, Health Authority submissions, IRB and IACUC protocols, running preclinical and clinical trials, evaluating emerging bio and nanotechnologies, and establishing lasting academia-industry partnerships.
Dr. Breuss studied financial planning and corporate law serving at Center of Wealth Preservation and NYL Insurance Company from 2009 to 2012. She is a Founder and President of 501(c)(3) nonprofitable charitable foundation, serving for kids with learning and mental disabilities.
Dr. Breuss is a Honored Listee of Marques Who's Who of a year 2024, as well as the Member of WorldWide Women's Association, and a member of The Female Quotient.
Igor Sokolovski, PhD, MD, Co-Owner, CTO, VICE PRESIDENT Nanotechnology Platform, New York
Igor Sokolovski is a PhD level neuroendocrine radiologist with more than 15 years of experience in radioimmunology and clinical research with exclusive interests in intracavitary brachytherapy, external beam, and radioiodine radiation therapy of patients exposed to the nuclear accidents, industrial radiation, and tumorigenesis. He obtained his B.S. in engineering in 1991 at National Technical University, graduated from Bogomolets National Medical University in 1992 with degree in Internal Medicine, and received his Ph.D. in Clinical Radiology at the Nagasaki University School of Medicine in 1996, followed by postdoctoral training in neuroendocrinology and cancer radiology under the supervision of Dr. Hoshi Masaharu and Dr. Nozomi Yamashita.
From 1992 to 1994, Dr. Sokolovski conducted clinical investigation of patients exposed to internal and external radiation at the government funded "Chernobyl Sasakawa Health Foundation". Dr. Sokolovski has a large scale experience in imminent healthcare technologies, industrial cryotechnologies, individual plasma systems and etching technology, mechanical and electrical systems design, additive manufacturing, adaptive acoustic technology, gas optimization and HVAC processing, and academia-industrial partnerships. He is proficient in national security, cybersecurity, and serves as a part of legal forces. As a lead of engineering team he joined AviXela company in 2022.
Alexey Breuss, PhD, CO-FOUNDER, VICE PRESIDENT Enterprise Governance, New York
Alexey Breuss, PhD in Clinical Psychology, has extensive experience as a healthcare professional serving pediatric and adolescent patients at the Department of Hematology and Oncology at Weill Cornell New York Presbyterian Hospital and University of Rochester. He obtained his B.S. in Psychology at Stony Brook University in 2015 and master’s degree in School Education Psychology at St. John University in 2018. Dr. Breuss conducted translational research in immunology and cancer therapeutics at Columbia University Medical Center, New York University Medical School, and Weill Cornell New York Presbyterian Hospital. He is proficient in clinical writing as well as specializes in clinical evaluation of clients with mental and learning disabilities and pediatric cancer patients.
Vincent Knapp, P.E. EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, Technical Infrastructure Engineering, Arizona
Vincent Knapp is a Licensed Professional Mechanical Engineer with 30 years of experience in Advanced R&D Lab Engineering Design scaling up to Manufacturing, Semiconductor Base Build MEP Infrastructure, Semiconductor Tool Installation, Semiconductor Cleanrooms, Nanotechnology Cleanroom Startup and Certifications (filter bench scan, filter airflow volume, MAU cleanliness, ceiling system leak, airborne particle count, handheld temp. and humidity, background EI, laminarity, conductivity, pressurization, light spectrum, light level, ionization, nanocontamination, AMC airborne molecular contamination testing) , High Purity, Highly Toxic and Pyrophoric Process Gas Piping Engineering, Biosafety Lab 1 through 4 Engineering Design, Forensic Engineering Analysis, Project Management controlling Scope, Schedule and Budget, and Managing Multidiscipline Project Teams. Vince obtained his Masters and Bachelors Mechanical Engineering Degree from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL. Additional higher education experience includes Mechanical Engineering Section Manager for Cornell University, Ithaca, NY and Capital Programs A&E Management at Arizona State University Tempe, AZ. Guest lecture in Higher Education and Industry on Cleanroom Engineering emphasizing contamination control, Key projects that have helped grow his areas of expertise includes TSMC Fab 21 Phoenix, AZ, Corning Sullivan Park Main R&D Facility Painted Post, NY, Corning Display Factory Taichung, Taiwan, Intel Fab 11X Rio Rancho, NM, Intel Fab 12 and 6 Chandler, AZ.
Peter Hegedüs, CSO – Chief Sustainability Officer, Global Strategy Lead, Germany
Peter Hegedüs, Dipl.-Ing., MBE, PG Dipl., is an internationally recognized deep-tech strategist and sustainability leader with over 25 years of experience in pharma, biotech, and industrial innovation. With a strong background in tech-scouting, process development, and disruptive transformation, he specializes in green biotech, regenerative systems, and sustainable digitalization. He studied biotechnology and engineering in Germany and Switzerland and earned a Master of Business and Engineering with international programs in Germany, the USA, and Japan. Peter also holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Digital Business from MIT Sloan and Columbia Business School, graduating with distinction. As Co-Founder of METTA Green Deep Tech (3P+S Concept – People, Planet, Prosperity + Sustainability), Peter developed platforms such as 4BiogrowFood, a unique biological activator for sustainable agriculture, and a novel energy-efficient water desalination technology. Certified Six Sigma Black Belt with LEAN and BPE expertise, he combines operational excellence with disruptive innovation to deliver scalable, sustainable solutions. Peter is a two-time winner of the EU Top Disruptive Tech Award (2023, 2024), nominated for the 2025 award in Asia, and a lifetime member of the Sustainability Professionals Society of Saudi Arabia (SPSA). At AviXéla, he leads global environmental strategy and innovation frameworks, fostering cross-cultural collaboration and advancing AI-driven nanotechnology and quantum solutions for a sustainable future.
Yakov Opatzevfky, FOUNDER and PRESIDENT of United Machine Inc, New Jersey
Yakov Opatzevfky is a Founder and President of United Machine Inc, located in Paterson, New Jersey, with more than 45 years of experience in the industrial and commercial machinery and computer equipment sector, ISO 9001, AS 9100D, and PREMIUM QUALITY certified. From 1974 to 1979 he studied marine engineering at Saint Petersburg State University for Water Communications (SPSUWC). His organization has been operating for almost 23 years in the United States and abroad. United Machine is estimated to generate $597,143 in annual revenues. The business specializes in small to medium size precision machined parts for military, medical, and machinery builders’ industries. Mr. Opatzevfky partners with AviXela and primarily involves in the design, development, and manufacturing of our innovative plasma-liquid system for nano-plasmonic elements and nanotechnology-based applications. He collaborates with AviXela team from 2023.
Marat Golnik, FOUNDER and VICE PRESIDENT of A&L Sheet Metal Inc, Bronx, New York
Marat Golnik is a Founder and VICE President of A&L Sheet Metal Inc, located in , with more than 40 years of experience in the industrial and commercial machinery and design and development of electronic equipment , ISO 9001 and PREMIUM QUALITY certified. From 1984 to 1989 he studied electronic engineering at Belorussian Polytechnic Institute. A&L Sheet Metal Inc operates in the US for more than 20 years in the United States and abroad. United Machine is estimated to generate less than 5 million in annual revenues. AL Sheet Metal specializes in custom sheet metal fabrication in New York with a focus on precision design. They are committed to providing high-quality products and exceptional customer service, ensuring client satisfaction and timely project completion. Utilizing cutting-edge technology and highly skilled staff, AL Sheet Metal is dedicated to delivering the best results for their customers. The company's services cater to a wide range of industries and they are certified to ISO 9001:2008 standards. The business specializes in small to medium size precision machined parts for military and machinery builders’ industries. Mr. Golnik partners with AviXela and primarily involves in the design, development, and manufacturing of our innovative plasma-liquid systems and devices for nanotechnology-based applications, as well as adaptive acoustic technology. He collaborates with AviXela team from 2023.
Larry Shvets, FOUNDER and PRESIDENT of Crystal Glass & Mirror Inc, Brooklyn, New York
Crystal Glass and Mirror Inc., is a well-established family-owned business serving the greater New York metro area since 2004. Crystal Glass and Mirror is fully equipped to manufacture residential and commercial projects and certified in "UV" bonding products, laminated glass, back-painted glass, table tops, wall-to-wall mirrors, sliding and swing glass or mirror closet doors, and many more custom glass and mirror products. The company collaborate with AviXéla team from 2023.
Russel Pollack, VICE PRESIDENT Artificial Intelligence, New York and New Jersey
AviXéla is powered by an artificial intelligence team under supervision of Russel Pollack, working with our nanotechnology systems to transform the automation of innovative machinery, improve their operational efficiency and immense opportunities. Our partners also implement several applications, including proactive IT and security automation by optimizing business processes and creating high-quality industrial customer experiences. We’re at the start moment of our company time, where basic sciences, quantum and digital technologies are coming together.
FINANCE TEAM, New York
AviXéla has established professional team with over twenty years of expertise working in the Wall Street banking industry, specifically in planning, designing, and deploying multimillion-dollar technology solutions. Our team has excelled and maintained in establishing operational excellence practices across various organizations, including industrial applications in healthcare and biotechnology, as well as an extensive experience and diverse skill set in driving innovation, optimizing operations, and achieving our business success.