Our Team

Pristine’s is supported by a multidisciplinary team of scientists, clinicians, and research professionals with expertise across biochemistry, life sciences, translational research, clinical research, pharmaceutical sciences, regulatory affairs, and quality systems.
Our team applies a research-driven framework focused on mechanistic validation, biological plausibility, and evidence-based evaluation. All formulation, research, and quality decisions are guided by current scientific literature, established regulatory standards, and defined quality controls.

This structure ensures that Pristine’s operates with scientific rigor, regulatory awareness, and methodological discipline across all stages of research and development.

Our Team

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Tien Bui, PsyD, Founder
(Founder and Chief Science Officer)

Dr. Tien Bui is the founder of Pristines and a pioneer at the intersection of clinical psychology, sleep science, and human optimization. His work is driven by a singular mission: to extend healthspan, sharpen cognition, and slow—if not reverse—biological aging by targeting its root causes.
 
With a deep foundation in sleep science and neurobiology, Dr. Bui views sleep not as rest, but as a biological control system for cognitive performance, emotional regulation, metabolic health, and longevity. He designs evidence-based protocols that optimize circadian alignment, neurochemical balance, and cognitive recovery—leveraging sleep as the cornerstone of peak performance.

Dr. Bui’s research and experimentation focus on the updated 12 Hallmarks of Aging, developing interventions that address fundamental biological drivers such as mitochondrial dysfunction, cellular senescence, stem cell exhaustion, immune dysregulation, NAD⁺ depletion, microbiome imbalance, telomere attrition, and chronic inflammation.

His work is guided by a measurable goal: achieving a younger epigenetic age than chronological age, using DNA methylation markers as an objective benchmark of biological youth.

Dr. Bui has mastered and expanded the Superhuman Protocol, an integrated longevity and performance framework that includes:

  • Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) leveraging the Hypoxia–Hyperoxia Paradox

  • Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy (PEMF)

  • Hot–cold contrast therapy, near-infrared exposure (600–1100 nm), and whole-body cryotherapy (−100°C)

His research also explores advanced applications of methylene blue, peptides, amino acids, bioregulators, and next-generation supplements designed to support mitochondrial health, cognitive clarity, and long-term resilience

In 2025, Dr. Bui earned a Certificate of Achievement in Biochemistry from Harvard Medical School’s HMX Program, deepening his expertise in molecular biology, metabolism, and their roles in human optimization.

He completed his undergraduate studies at California State University, Fullerton, and earned his Doctor of Clinical Psychology (PsyD) from CSU, graduating Magna Cum Laude in 2020.
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Dr. Sreerupa Ganguly, PhD in Biochemistry
(Head of R&D Product Development & Regulatory Affairs) 

Dr. Sreerupa Ganguly has almost a decade of experience in Regulatory Affairs and Dietary Supplements Manufacturing. She has a PhD in Biochemistry from Calcutta University in Kolkata, India. Her postdoctoral research at University of California-Irvine concerned the effect of vitamins on human immune cells. 

Dr. Ganguly has published multiple research articles in peer-reviewed journals including Aging, Journal of Biological Chemistry, and Journal of Biomedical Nanotechnology.

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Dr. Subrata Sabui, PhD in Life Science and Biotechnology
(Clinical Research Director)

Dr. Subrata Sabui obtained his PhD in Life Science and Biotechnology from Jadavpur University in Kolkata, India. He did his Postdoctoral research on Vitamin Transport Physiology and Pathophysiology at the University of California-Irvine. Dr. Sabui received an Early-Stage Investigator Award three times from the American Gastroenterology Association.
 
He has published 35 research articles in prestigious peer-reviewed journals including Nature, Nutritional Biochemistry, Nutrients, American Journal of Physiology & Gastrointestinal & Liver Physiology, and the Journal of Biological Chemistry. He has also served as an Ad Hoc reviewer in multiple peer-reviewed journals including Frontiers in Physiology, Frontiers in Nutrition, Journal of Pediatric Endocrinology and Metabolism, Journal of Medical Microbiology, and Frontiers of Aging.
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Dr. Kenny Luong, MD
(Medical Advisor)

Dr. Kenny Luong specializes in family medicine and healthy aging. He has practiced in Arizona since 2009. He treats patients for a variety of concerns ranging from various skin conditions to systemic respiratory issues. His research interests includes the microbiome, abdominal pain, persistent pain syndromes, and the effect of evening primrose oil on peripheral neuropathy.

Dr. Luong is a long-standing member of the American Geriatrics Society and the American Academy of Family Physicians. He also belongs to several specialized medical societies like the American Society for Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology. Dr. Luong was a University of Michigan Fellow in Faculty Development and was also a professor at Michigan State University's School of Medicine, where he completed his residency years earlier. He received his M.D. degree from St. Matthew’s University Medical School and completed his undergraduate degree at the University of California - Riverside.
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Dr. Amita Fotedar, PhD in Life Science
(International Advisory Board)

Dr Amita Fotedar is an experienced research consultant with a demonstrated history of working in prestigious research institutes such as the UNDP office in Istanbul’s European Regional Hub; the International Water Management Institute in Sri Lanka; and Bangalore’s Indian Institute of Science. She has a PhD in Life Sciences, and a Post Graduate Diploma in International Studies from New Zealand’s International Pacific University, where she received an Academic Excellence Award.
 
She has achieved certification in Climate Studies from Harvard University and obtained a specialization in Sustainable Energy from Australia’s University of Queensland. Dr. Fotedar is a lead author for numerous global health publications and portals, and she specializes in health-related and scientific topics.
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Dr. Jorge A. Gutierrez, PhD in Chemical Sciences
(Research Scientist)

Dr. Gutierrez has a Ph.D. in Chemical Sciences from the National University of Rio Cuarto in Argentina. He has 15 years of scientific experience in analytical chemistry, formulations for nanobiotechnology, nanomedicine, biochemistry, and disinfection processes. He has published scientific articles in high-impact journals such as ACS Biomaterials Science & Engineering, LWT, European Journal of Inorganic Chemistry, Water, and Langmuir. 

Dr. Gutierrez has shared results and formulations in more than 50 abstracts at scientific conferences. He has been an advisor and proofreader for more than 30 BSc theses and 20 review articles, and a referee for high-impact journals such as Springer, Royal Society of Chem, Elsevier, and IOP.
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Dr. Priyanka Guru, PhD in Health Science
(Translational Research Scientist)

Dr. Priyanka Guru’s passion lies in translation research, where she explores the intricate interplay of epigenetics and genetics to unravel the mysteries of various diseases. She obtained her Ph.D. from University of Pune, India. With a Ph.D. in health sciences and three years of experience in academia as an Assistant Professor, she has now transitioned to scientific consultancy and scientific writing/communications.
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Dr. Garth Cambray, PhD in Biotechnology
(Clinical Research Advisor)

Dr. Cambray holds a Ph.D. in Biotechnology from Rhodes University in South Africa. His research focused on the fermentation of honey using indigenous yeasts and bacteria in the production of the ancient probiotic honey wine, iQhilika. As part of his Ph.D., Dr. Cambray built a meadery (factory) to export the mead. 

He has continued his research working with Forest Fruits Pty, Ltd. in Zambia to produce a microbe-rich honey vinegar that enables consumers to enrich their gut microbiome with unique honeybee-derived symbiotic microbes. Dr. Cambray currently has three patents; five publications in the apiculture and honey value addition space; and one 24 MW wind farm to his name.
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Dr. Swati Pund, Ph.D. Pharmaceutical Sciences
(Clinical Research Advisor)

Dr. Swati Pund has a PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences and a post-doctoral research fellowship from the Indian Institute of Technology-Bombay, India. She has more than twenty years of experience in pharmaceutical formulation research in both industry and academia.
She has published more than 15 peer-reviewed research publications in high-impact journals like the European Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, the International Journal of Pharmaceutics, and the European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics. She has written five book chapters on nutraceuticals and she has three patents to her credit.
Dr. Swati is an expert in nano-delivery systems of pharmaceuticals, cosmeceuticals, nutraceuticals, and formulation optimization. She is a Co-Founder of Biobay Solutions and her primary professional activity is Pharmaceutical Consultancy and Scientific Communications.
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Mike Lee
Supply Chain Oversight

Mr. Lee oversees Pristine’s supply chain with a singular focus: ensuring every ingredient, supplier, and process meets the highest standards of quality, traceability, and compliance. With deep experience in regulated manufacturing environments, Mr. Lee  specializes in supply chain oversight for dietary supplements—bridging procurement, quality systems, and production planning to reduce risk and protect product integrity.

This role is to ensure that raw materials are responsibly sourced, documentation is complete and verified, and manufacturing partners operate in alignment with cGMP expectations. From supplier qualification and lot-level traceability to inventory controls and production readiness, we take a hands-on approach to oversight—because consistency, transparency, and accountability matter

Pristine’s was built on the belief that consumers deserve supplements they can trust. Supply chain discipline is how we earn that trust—every batch, every time.

Undergraduate Degree:C.S.U. Fullerton B.A. Sociology Cum laude c/o 2022

Quynh Nguyen
Quality Assurance & Compliance Auditor

Quynh Nguyen serves as Quality Assurance & Compliance Auditor for Pristine's, supporting the brand’s commitment to purity and superior quality in dietary supplements. Her role spans quality auditing, regulatory compliance, and supplier oversight to ensure adherence to cGMP requirements and internal quality standards.

She oversees documentation for raw materials and finished goods, reviews batch records and third-party laboratory results, and ensures material specifications align with regulatory and internal quality requirements. Her work helps support the brand’s commitments to third-party testing, transparency, and consistency in product safety and effectiveness.
She works closely with internal teams to support audit readiness, risk management, and continuous improvement, reinforcing Pristine’s mission to deliver supplements that help consumers live healthier, more vibrant lives.

Quynh holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Psychology from the University of California, Santa Barbara.