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Novavax, Inc. Appoints Ruxandra Draghia Akli As Executive Vice President and Head of Research & Development (R&D)

PUBLIC · NVAXSep 25, 2024over 1 year ago

Position

President

Company

Novavax

Ruxandra Draghia-Akli
Gaithersburg

Description

Novavax, Inc. has announced that Ruxandra Draghia-Akli, MD, PhD, will join the Company in November 2024 as Executive Vice President and Head of Research & Development (R&D). Dr

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Company

Novavax

Location

Gaithersburg, Maryland, United States

About

We’re making a difference in the health of people around the world by producing next generation vaccines that are accessible to more people. We stand strong against infectious diseases and viral threats—our science grounds us, our technology pushes us forward, our commitment inspires us to achieve our hopes. We do this work for the greater health of people everywhere. It’s more than our job. It’s our passion.

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