About pION

At pION we consider determination or prediction of solubility, dissolution, permeability and human absorption our core business. We intend to cover the needs of the pharmaceutical industry for screening and analysis of pharmaceutical compounds in these areas through the combination of instrumentation, software and laboratory services

pION INC. is a rapidly growing, privately-held company, located in Woburn, at the center of the biotechnology community in the Boston area.

"Who Is pION" brochure (PDF: 315KB)

pION’s management team brings formidable combination of talent and experience in the scientific instrumentation field. The following is each individual’s principal area of responsibility at pION.

Alex Avdeef, PhD: CEO/CSO.
Dr. Avdeef has over 30 years of experience in chemical instrumentation and software development. He is an internationally known authority on solution chemistry with outstanding academic credentials and an extensive list of publications. His accomplishments in the development of instrumentation include several well-known instruments currently manufactured by leading companies in the instrument market.
Cynthia M. Berger, PhD: Treasurer, CFO.
Dr. Berger brings strong credentials in analytical chemistry and small business administration, and particular expertise in pION’s core technologies. She has several years of experience using the Sirius PCA101/GLpKa Systems for pKa and log P analysis, and has valuable experience in technical and customer support, research and applications development.
Per Nielsen, MBA: President, COO.
Mr. Nielsen is an experienced executive and manager in the scientific instrumentation field, with special expertise in titration equipment. During a 30 year career at a well known electroanalytical instrument company, his positions ran the gamut from R&D Engineer to Vice-President of Sales & Marketing to President and General Manager.