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Next Rna Therapeutics Appoints Jesse Smith As Chief Scientific Officer (CSO)

PRIVATESep 26, 2024over 1 year ago

Position

Chief Scientific Officer

Company

NextRNA Therapeutics

Jesse Smith
BostonBiotechnology

Description

NextRNA Therapeutics has appointed Dr. Jesse Smith as Chief Scientific Officer (CSO). Dr Smith brings over 20 years of drug discovery and development experience with a focus on advancing targeted small molecule therapies disrupting lncRNA-RBP interactions.

Company Information

Company

NextRNA Therapeutics

Location

40 Guest St.

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

About

NextRNA Therapeutics, Inc. is a Boston-based biotechnology company leading the next revolution of RNA-directed therapeutics. Our focus is on identifying and drugging long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) with small molecules in oncology and neuroscience. Our proprietary computational engine, combined with deep lncRNA biology expertise and strong drug discovery capabilities, positions us well to unlock the therapeutic value of lncRNAs, a vast and promising target space. NextRNA has assembled an experienced team of industry leaders, biology and chemistry experts, and drug developers, all driven by a common passion for working together and having an impact on science and patients.

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