Allan Shaw is a versatile leader with more than 20 years of experience in early pharmaceutical drug discovery. He has directed multiple research teams specializing in protein and peptide engineering, production, analytical development, and structural characterization. In recent years, Allan has shifted his focus towards advancing digital initiatives in the realm of early drug discovery. Currently, he leads a team that specializes in scientific data capture and registration, the development of scientific data management systems and ontologies, as well as the utilization of advanced information retrieval techniques to extract critical insights from internal and external data. Furthermore, Allan actively cultivates external partnerships that leverage scientific data assets and innovative strategies to drive AI-contributed advancements in early drug discovery.