Leading circadian and skin longevity researcher, Dr. Thomas Mortimer, joins Unleash Health’s Scientific Council
Unleash Health is proud to welcome Dr. Thomas Mortimer, an award-winning expert in circadian biology and tissue communication, to its Scientific Council. Dr. Mortimer is internationally recognized for his pioneering work uncovering how the brain and other organs communicate with the skin to maintain its circadian health, resilience, and youthfulness.
At the Institute for Research in Biomedicine (IRB Barcelona), Dr. Mortimer leads breakthrough research at the intersection of aging, chronobiology, and skin science. His recent work reveals how inter-tissue signaling and biological rhythms regulate skin vitality and homeostasis, a discovery that opens new frontiers for targeted, whole-body approaches to skin health and longevity. With a twin background in cancer epigenetics and systemic biology, his research has been published in Science, Cell Stem Cell, and other top journals, and supported by prestigious fellowships including the Marie Curie COFUND and a European Research Council Starting Grant.
In 2026, Dr. Mortimer will launch his own independent research lab dedicated to understanding how circadian rhythms shape aging across tissues, further establishing him as one of the most exciting voices in skin and aging science.
On joining Unleash Health, Dr. Mortimer shared:
“I’m thrilled to join the Scientific Council at Unleash Health, a platform uniquely positioned to translate complex science into meaningful change. Skin health isn’t just surface-deep. It’s a window into our internal biology, our daily rhythms, and our whole-body wellbeing. I’m excited to help shape science-backed protocols that redefine what beauty and vitality can mean.”
Dr. Ramin Rafiei, Founder and CEO of Unleash Health, added:
“Thomas brings unmatched expertise in the emerging science of the brain–skin axis and circadian regulation. His research challenges convention and unlocks new approaches for skin longevity. As the market moves beyond topicals and into the future of whole-body skin health, Thomas's science is leading the way. We are honored to welcome him to our Scientific Council.”
Dr. Mortimer’s appointment represents a strategic milestone in Unleash Health’s vision to bring the next generation of science-led, behaviorally-delivered skin health solutions to life.