Amelia Wares

Executive Operations Fellow
LifeSciKY

Amelia Wares is a biomedical engineering student at the University of Cincinnati and the current Executive Operations Fellow at LifeSciKY, where she supports day-to-day operations at Kentucky’s only nonprofit lab incubator dedicated to early-stage biotech startups. In her role, Amelia coordinates logistics and communications across LifeSciKY’s programming, events, and lab infrastructure, ensuring that resident founders have the tools and connections they need to grow. Working closely with the Executive Director, Amelia contributes to strategic projects tied to regional innovation, development, and life sciences ecosystem growth. In addition to her work at LifeSciKY, Amelia is the founder of TissuTrak, a mobile health platform designed to help individuals manage chronic connective tissue disorders. Her personal experience as a founder adds a unique perspective to her role supporting startups. She has also held internships in both clinical and operational settings, including at St. Elizabeth Healthcare, and currently serves as a student representative for UC’s Center for Entrepreneurship.

Why LifeSciKY Matters to Me

LifeSciKY matters to me because I’ve seen firsthand how access to resources like funding, equipment, and a strong network can make or break a startup. Through my work in oncology clinical research, medtech, and my own healthtech venture, I’ve come to deeply value ecosystems that empower innovation. I’m proud to be part of a team helping life science ideas grow into real solutions that change lives.

What I love about our region is that it is one of the unexpected heroes in innovation, offering community, collaboration, and access instead of flashy headlines. As a founder, I have felt genuinely supported by the Northern Kentucky and Cincinnati ecosystem, with its strong network and proximity to top research institutions like NKU, UC, and Cincinnati Children’s.