Geron (US:GERN) — Company Overview, News & Financial Data
Geron develops oncology therapeutics, focusing on imetelstat for treating myeloid malignancies through clinical trials.
About Geron
Geron (NASDAQ:GERN) focuses on the development and commercialization of therapeutics for oncology and other age-related diseases. Its most well-known project involves the development of its flagship drug, imetelstat, a novel telomerase inhibitor aimed at treating myeloid malignancies. The company's objective is to advance imetelstat through clinical trials, aiming for its commercialization as a treatment option for patients with hematologic malignancies. Geron's operations are chiefly concentrated on research and development activities, with a strong emphasis on innovation and collaboration with leaders in the field of oncology to potentially improve patient outcomes.
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Products and/or services of Geron
- Imetelstat: An investigational drug targeting blood cancers by inhibiting the growth of cancer stem cells. It's not yet commercially available.
Geron executive team
- Ms. Michelle J. RobertsonExecutive VP, CFO, Treasurer and Principal Financial & Accounting Officer
- Dr. Joseph Emile Eid M.D.Executive VP of Research & Development and Chief Medical Officer
- Mr. Harout SemerjianCEO, President & Director
- Mr. Shanthakumar TyavanagimattSenior VP & Chief Technical Officer
- Ms. Dawn Schottlandt CFASenior Vice President of Investor Relations & Corporate Affairs
- Ms. Aron FeingoldVice President of Investor Relations & Corporate Communications
- Ms. Shannon T. OdamExecutive VP & Chief People Officer
- Mr. Bryan RidgellSenior VP of Portfolio & Project Management and Chief of Staff
- Mr. Ahmed ElNawawiExecutive VP & Chief Commercial Officer