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Michael Fontaine

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Michael holds a PhD in molecular bacteriology, and has over 25 years of experience in the discovery and development of biological products for the animal health industry.  His early experience was at the interface between academia and industry, within the applied environment of animal health research institutes in North America and the UK, where he led projects studying host-pathogen interactions to inform the discovery of new vaccines and diagnostics, on behalf of leading animal health companies. 

Michael subsequently moved into animal health industry roles, and has held senior positions within Benchmark Animal Health and Virbac, with responsibility for directing the development of new biological products, with an emphasis on generating the Quality, Safety and Efficacy data necessary to support successful product registrations.  He has worked with a range of different biological technology platforms and has used his collective knowledge and experience to provide support for a variety of biotechnology companies in his later role as an independent consultant, prior to joining the knoell team in early 2024.

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Reviews for Michael’s courses

I appreciated the fact that we could easily ask questions without feeling embarrassed. The speakers were very friendly. It was very interesting and understandable. I think we were provided with a lot of content, that I will certainly use in the future.

6 Nov 2025

A Practical Approach to Veterinary Vaccine Development and Registration in the EU

This seminar provided excellent teaching thanks to an impeccable structure and engaging speakers. I learned a lot. The volume of information was dense, but the clarity of the organization makes it perfectly exploitable in deferred viewing. It is an ideal resource for modular and punctual consultation depending on requirements. I most appreciated the listing of applicable regulatory guidances, as I know I will frequently refer to them in my work. The practical exercise was also excellent for solidifying the theory previously learned.

6 Nov 2025

A Practical Approach to Veterinary Vaccine Development and Registration in the EU

I manage externals who work for/with my colleagues in the field of veterinary vaccines. In order to better understand their daily work, I attended this training. I think I can now better understand what my colleagues and our external partners have to do with RA activities for vaccines. I liked that I was able to work well in the SPC workshop regarding "Wondabov" despite my limited experience. That was very gratifying and motivating. [Speakers] were both very nice.

6 Nov 2025

A Practical Approach to Veterinary Vaccine Development and Registration in the EU

I wanted to have a synthetic overview of part 3 and 4 and wanted to have the clue to build a relevant and efficient clinical development plan.. Very good opinion of content, presentation and speaker.

13 May 2025

A Practical Approach to Veterinary Vaccine Development and Registration in the EU

Very good general training well documented. Overall, all Very good.

13 May 2025

A Practical Approach to Veterinary Vaccine Development and Registration in the EU

Content was great.
Presentation and speakers kept me engaged, so very good too. The Interactive Workshop on Product Development was a very helpful exercise

11 Mar 2024

A Practical Approach to Veterinary Vaccine Development and Registration in the EU

It was a very good training regarding all aspects: organisation, speakers, documents, timing. A lot and very useful information.

10 Jul 2023

A Practical Approach to Veterinary Vaccine Development and Registration in the EU

The presentations were clear and precise and a good source for information after the the training.

10 Jul 2023

A Practical Approach to Veterinary Vaccine Development and Registration in the EU

My intent was to get an overall picture of the lay out of a vaccine registration dossier, content and submission timelines. Thanks to the extensive course, I got a full and complete tool box.

17 Mar 2022

A Practical Approach to Veterinary Vaccine Development and Registration in the EU

My intent was to get an overall picture of the lay out of a vaccine registration dossier, content and submission timelines. Thanks to the extensive course, I got a full and complete tool box... the webinar has been very enjoyable, informative. Congratulations to both speakers because It is not an easy exercise when addressing attendants through screens.

17 Mar 2022

A Practical Approach to Veterinary Vaccine Development and Registration in the EU