New head of regulatory affairs at Oxfordshire’s Eden Research

Eden Research, an Oxfordshire firm focused on sustainable biopesticide and biocontrol technology, has appointed Ilshad Moulan as its new head of regulatory affairs.

Ilshad will bring his experience in the agrochemical sector to lead the company’s regulatory strategy and execution, helping to ensure the successful global registration of its crop protection solutions.

With expertise in regulatory affairs management – having led teams and managed complex projects across the industry – Ilshad holds a bachelor’s in biochemistry and cell biology and a master’s in crop protection and regulatory science.

Ilshad’s career began at Agrauxine, where he played a key role in developing dossiers for biopesticide active ingredients and formulated plant protection products.

At Dr. Knoell Consult, he led a team of nine, focusing on regulatory affairs.

Previous roles at Evergreen Garden Care and Battelle also involved supporting and managing regulatory submissions for conventional active ingredients and formulated products.

Ilshad said: “I’m thrilled to join Eden Research at such an exciting time.

“I look forward to using my regulatory expertise to support Eden’s mission of delivering sustainable solutions to the agricultural sector and ensuring our products reach farmers worldwide as quickly and efficiently as possible.”

Ilshad will be based at the company’s Oxfordshire HQ. He succeeds Dr Mike Carroll, who will retire at the end of a handover period.

Mike served as Eden’s first regulatory leader and played a key role in not only establishing its in-house regulatory capabilities, but in successfully expanding regulatory authorisations for new and existing products. 

Sean Smith, CEO of Eden Research, added: “We’re delighted to welcome Ilshad to our team.

“His extensive background in regulatory affairs, combined with his leadership skills, will be a tremendous asset as we continue to navigate the complex regulatory landscape and bring our sustainable biopesticide products to market.

“At the same time, we thank Mike for all of his contributions over the past four years.

“His experience and leadership have been helpful in propelling our business forward and expanding our geographical footprint, and we’re grateful for all his contributions.

“We wish Mike all the best for a long, happy retirement.”

Eden is based at Milton Park business campus near Didcot.