About Us
Pioneers in Health and Wellness
Over the past four decades, Melrose has evolved from a modest home office into one of Australia's foremost and most reputable health brands. Today, the Melrose group boasts a workforce of over 100 employees, with manufacturing operations based in Melbourne, all proudly Australian owned.
See Ageing Differently
Our mission is to empower individuals to reshape their perception of aging. Drawing from cutting-edge research and innovative formulation, we have created supplements to enhance your lifespan and vitality. Fueled by a passion for human health, our goal is to provide you with the tools needed to extend your years of thriving.
Unlocking a new way to age
With a team of dedicated healthcare practitioners and researchers, FutureLab is rooted in evidence-based medicine.
OUR PURPOSE
We're passionate about pushing the boundaries of human potential through biohacking; utilising tools and daily supplementation to intervene and unlock your full potential.
Advisory Board
Nathan Cheong
Nathan, Chief Executive Officer, is a leading figure in Natural Medicine and business leadership in Australia. With a background in Naturopathic medicine, Biochemistry, and Psychology, he integrates traditional healing with modern science to promote wellness. As a visionary leader, he drives innovation in well-known Natural Health companies in Australia and the US. Cheong's dedication positions him as a prominent influencer in Australia's natural health landscape.
Neal Mercado
Neal, Chief Science Officer, has over 25 years of experience in the global complementary medicines industry, focusing on product development and research. He has held C-suite positions in Marketing and Product Development at Ecofibre Ltd and Designs For Health. Neal was Director of Research, Development, and Emerging Markets for BioCeuticals, Director of Global Product Development at Blackmores Ltd, Director of the Blackmores Institute, and an Adjunct Fellow at NICM, Western Sydney University.
Danny Urbinder
Danny, Head of Education, has over three decades of experience as a naturopath and educator in the health and wellness industry. He lectured in Nutritional Biochemistry, worked in Functional Pathology, and became Director of Education at a leading nutraceuticals company. In 2012, he created and directed FX Medicine, a pioneering holistic health podcast and online education platform. Danny also developed and ran a successful genetic testing service with Dr. Denise Furness.
Meet your FutureLab Podcast hosts
Danny Urbinder
Danny has over three decades of experience as a naturopath and educator in health and wellness. He lectured in Nutritional Biochemistry, worked in Functional Pathology, and became Director of Education at a leading nutraceuticals company. In 2012, he created FX Medicine, a holistic health podcast and education platform. Danny also developed a genetic testing service with Dr. Denise Furness. Drawing from his knowledge, Danny provides practical strategies and insights to empower listeners on their path to longevity.
Trevor Hendy
Trevor is a former Professional Athlete, winning several World Ironman Championships. He was made a Member of the Order of Australia in 1996 for services to surf lifesaving and is in multiple Halls of Fame. Trevor's ability to navigate daunting ocean conditions showcased his capacity to calmly approach tasks with precision. Beyond athletics, Trevor works in Personal Truth and Wellness as a Life Coach, Mentor, Author, and Holistic Personal Trainer, helping people create the life they truly want.
Dr Denise Furness
Denise is an award-winning medical researcher, international speaker, and author. Trained as a CSIRO Molecular Geneticist, she now calls herself a Holistic Geneticist. Denise has degrees in human nutrition and exercise physiology. In private practice, she helps patients identify the root causes of health concerns using genetics, biochemical markers, nutrition, and lifestyle medicine. Specializing in nutritional genomics and epigenetics, Denise believes in personalized health approaches, blending scientific rigor and practical wisdom.