Dr. Cary Woods

Managing Director of HarnessAi.net

With nearly two decades of experience in bioengineering, computational biology, and public policy, he has dedicated his career to advancing innovation at the intersections of science, technology and public policy.

As a co-founder of Xylogenics, he played a key role in bioengineering yeast strains that improve efficiency and sustainability in ethanol production from biomass. This groundbreaking technology earned the Mira Award for Clean Technology Energy Innovation (2011) and has been the foundation for multiple patents and publications.

He also served as the CEO of IndyBioSystems, a contract research firm specializing in systems biology and computational biology. Over 19 years, he has led and supported projects that help clients in the life sciences sector analyze, evaluate, and commercialize biological insights.

Beyond science,he is an author and publisher, writing extensively on public policy, technology, and education. His work spans books and essays covering topics from college admissions to the ethical implications of AI.

Certified in Executive Leadership, Global Entrepreneurship, and Cloud-Based Management, he continuous to explore the evolving landscape of AI, open-source technology, and policy.