Editas Medicine, Inc., a clinical stage genome editing company, focuses on developing transformative genomic medicines to treat a range of serious diseases. It develops a proprietary genome editing platform based on CRISPR technology to target genetically addressable diseases and therapeutic areas. The company develops EDIT-101, which is in Phase 1/2 clinical trial for Leber Congenital Amaurosis type 10, a genetic form of vision loss that leads to blindness in childhood. It also develops EDIT-102 for the treatment of Usher Syndrome 2A, which is a form of retinitis pigmentosa that also includes hearing loss; autosomal dominant retinitis pigmentosa 4, a progressive form of retinal degeneration; and EDIT-301 to treat sickle cell disease and beta-thalassemia. In addition, the company is developing gene-edited Natural Killer cell medicines to treat solid tumors; alpha-beta T cells for multiple cancers; and gamma delta T cell therapies to treat cancer, as well as has a early discovery program to develop a therapy to treat a neurological disease. It has a research collaboration with Juno Therapeutics, Inc. to develop engineered T cells for cancer; strategic alliance and option agreement with Allergan Pharmaceuticals International Limited to discover, develop, and commercialize new gene editing medicines for a range of ocular disorders; and research collaboration with Asklepios BioPharmaceutical, Inc. to develop a therapy to treat a neurological disease, as well as research collaboration with AskBio and collaboration with m BlueRock Therapeutics LP. The company was formerly known as Gengine, Inc. and changed its name to Editas Medicine, Inc. in November 2013. Editas Medicine, Inc. was incorporated in 2013 and is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
IPO Year: 2016
Exchange: NASDAQ
Website: editasmedicine.com
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8/8/2024 | $13.00 → $15.00 | Neutral → Buy | BofA Securities |
5/9/2024 | $7.00 | Underweight → Equal-Weight | Morgan Stanley |
10/24/2023 | $11.00 | Neutral → Buy | Citigroup |
10/18/2023 | $8.00 | Underweight → Neutral | JP Morgan |
10/17/2023 | Overweight → Neutral | Cantor Fitzgerald | |
9/29/2023 | $9.00 → $17.00 | Hold → Buy | Stifel |
6/12/2023 | $17.00 | Mkt Perform → Outperform | Raymond James |
2/1/2023 | $15.00 | Overweight | Cantor Fitzgerald |
12/13/2022 | $11.00 | Neutral | Citigroup |
12/6/2022 | $13.00 | Neutral | Credit Suisse |
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Aug. 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Editas Medicine, Inc. (NASDAQ:EDIT), a clinical-stage gene editing company, today announced that management will participate in the following upcoming investor conferences to discuss the Company and its programs, including reni-cel: Morgan Stanley 22nd Annual Global Healthcare ConferenceFormat: Fireside ChatDate: Wednesday, September 4Time: 4:05 p.m. ETLocation: New York, NY 2024 Wells Fargo Healthcare ConferenceFormat: Fireside ChatDate: Thursday, September 5Time: 4:30 p.m. ETLocation: Boston, MA 2024 Cantor Global Healthcare ConferenceFormat: Fireside ChatDate: Tuesday, September 17Time: 1:20 p.m. ETLocation: New York, NY Chardan 8t
On track to present additional clinical data from the RUBY trial and the EdiTHAL trial by year-end In vivo preclinical proof-of-concept for an undisclosed indication on-track by year-end Strong financial position with runway into 2026 CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Aug. 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Editas Medicine, Inc. (NASDAQ:EDIT), a clinical-stage gene editing company, today reported financial results for the second quarter 2024 and provided business updates. "We made significant progress in all three pillars of our strategy this quarter, particularly reni-cel as we shared a substantial clinical update mid-year and continued to enroll and dose at an accelerated pace. With these data, we are hig
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., July 31, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Editas Medicine, Inc. (NASDAQ:EDIT), a clinical-stage gene editing company, today announced that it will host a conference call and webcast on Wednesday, August 7, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. ET to discuss results for the second quarter 2024 and to provide a corporate update. To access the conference call: U.S. callers should dial +1-800-343-4849 and international callers should dial +1-203-518-9848 approximately five minutes before the call begins.Participants should ask to be connected to the Editas Medicine Earnings Conference Call. The conference call will also be webcast and can be accessed from the "Investors" section of the Editas Medici
All patients treated in the RUBY trial are free of vaso-occlusive events post-renizgamglogene autogedtemcel (reni-cel) infusion Patients had early normalization of total hemoglobin with a mean within the normal range at >14 g/dL and rapid and sustained improvements in fetal hemoglobin well above levels of >40%. Reni-cel was well-tolerated and demonstrated a safety profile consistent with myeloablative conditioning with busulfan and autologous hematopoietic stem cell transplant EHA RUBY oral presentation on Saturday, June 15 at 11:30 a.m. CEST/5:30 a.m. EDT CAMBRIDGE, Mass., June 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Editas Medicine, Inc. (NASDAQ:EDIT), a clinical-stage genome editing company,
All patients treated in the EdiTHAL trial maintained hemoglobin levels above the transfusion threshold and are transfusion-free post-renizgamglogene autogedtemcel (reni-cel) infusion Reni-cel was well-tolerated and demonstrated a safety profile consistent with myeloablative conditioning with busulfan and autologous hematopoietic stem cell transplant EHA EdiTHAL poster presentation on Friday, June 14 at 6 p.m. CEST/Noon EDT CAMBRIDGE, Mass., June 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Editas Medicine, Inc. (NASDAQ:EDIT), a clinical-stage genome editing company, today announced new safety and efficacy data in 7 patients with transfusion-dependent beta thalassemia (TDT) treated with renizgamg
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., May 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Editas Medicine, Inc. (NASDAQ:EDIT), a clinical-stage gene editing company, today announced that two abstracts, including one oral presentation and one poster presentation, detailing clinical data from the RUBY and EdiTHAL trials of renizgamglogene autogedtemcel (reni-cel) have been accepted for presentation at the European Hematology Association (EHA) Hybrid Congress being held June 13-16, 2024, in Madrid, Spain, and via livestream. Clinical data from patients treated in the Phase 1/2/3 RUBY trial of reni-cel in patients with severe sickle cell disease and in the Phase 1/2 EdiTHAL trial of reni-cel in patients with transfusion-dependent
Research includes the first-ever application of AsCas12a in vivo, optimized LNP delivery, and gene editing RNA guide modifications Data to support development of the Company's in vivo gene editing medicines pipeline CAMBRIDGE, Mass., May 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Editas Medicine, Inc. (NASDAQ:EDIT), a clinical-stage gene editing company, today announced the presentation of preclinical data demonstrating several in vivo capabilities towards developing transformative in vivo gene editing medicines. The Company will report these data later today in an oral presentation at Annual Meeting of the American Society of Gene and Cell Therapy (ASGCT) in Baltimore and virtually. "Editas has ma
Completed adult cohort enrollment and enrolled multiple patients in the adolescent cohort of the Phase 1/2/3 RUBY clinical trial of reni-cel for severe sickle cell disease On track to present additional clinical data from the RUBY trial and the EdiTHAL trial of reni-cel for transfusion-dependent beta-thalassemia in mid-2024 and additional updates by year-end 2024 Presenting pre-clinical data at ASGCT on in vivo capabilities to support development of transformative in vivo gene editing medicines Strong financial position with operational runway into 2026 CAMBRIDGE, Mass., May 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Editas Medicine, Inc. (NASDAQ:EDIT), a clinical-stage gene editing company, today r
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., May 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Editas Medicine, Inc. (NASDAQ:EDIT), a clinical-stage gene editing company, today announced that it will host a conference call and webcast on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. ET to discuss results for the first quarter 2024 and to provide a corporate update. To access the conference call: U.S. callers should dial +1-877-407-0989 and international callers should dial +1-201-389-0921 approximately five minutes before the call begins.Participants should ask to be connected to the Editas Medicine Earnings Conference Call. The conference call will also be webcast and can be accessed from the "Investors" section of the Editas Medicine we
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., May 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Editas Medicine, Inc. (NASDAQ:EDIT), a clinical-stage gene editing company, today announced a two-year extension to the collaboration with Bristol Myers Squibb (NYSE:BMY) under which the parties may research, develop, and commercialize autologous and allogeneic alpha-beta T cell medicines for the treatment of cancer and autoimmune diseases. The extension also has options to extend the collaboration for up to an additional two years. Under the collaboration, Bristol Myers Squibb has opted into 13 different programs across 11 gene targets to date. Two programs are currently in IND-enabling studies, and four programs are in late-stage di
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Throughout the last three months, 5 analysts have evaluated Editas Medicine (NASDAQ:EDIT), offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish. The following table summarizes their recent ratings, shedding light on the changing sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months. Bullish Somewhat Bullish Indifferent Somewhat Bearish Bearish Total Ratings 1 0 4 0 0 Last 30D 0 0 1 0 0 1M Ago 0 0 1 0 0 2M Ago 1 0 2 0 0 3M Ago 0 0 0 0 0 In the assessment of 12-month price targets, analysts unveil insights for Editas Medicine, presenting an average target of $10.0, a high estimate of $15.00, and a low estimate of $7.00. This current average rep
Oppenheimer analyst Jay Olson maintains Editas Medicine (NASDAQ:EDIT) with a Perform and maintains $12 price target.
All patients treated in the EdiTHAL trial maintained hemoglobin levels above the transfusion threshold and are transfusion-free post-renizgamglogene autogedtemcel (reni-cel) infusion Reni-cel was well-tolerated and demonstrated a safety profile consistent with myeloablative conditioning with busulfan and autologous hematopoietic stem cell transplant
All patients treated in the RUBY trial are free of vaso-occlusive events post-renizgamglogene autogedtemcel (reni-cel) infusion Patients had early normalization of total hemoglobin with a mean within the normal range at >14 g/dL and rapid and sustained improvements in fetal hemoglobin well above levels of >40%. Reni-cel was well-tolerated and demonstrated a safety profile consistent with myeloablative conditioning with busulfan and autologous hematopoietic stem cell transplant
Across the recent three months, 4 analysts have shared their insights on Editas Medicine (NASDAQ:EDIT), expressing a variety of opinions spanning from bullish to bearish. The table below offers a condensed view of their recent ratings, showcasing the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months. Bullish Somewhat Bullish Indifferent Somewhat Bearish Bearish Total Ratings 1 0 3 0 0 Last 30D 0 0 1 0 0 1M Ago 1 0 2 0 0 2M Ago 0 0 0 0 0 3M Ago 0 0 0 0 0 Analysts have set 12-month price targets for Editas Medicine, revealing an average target of $9.5, a high estimate of $15.00, and a low estimate of $7.00. Highlighting a 32.14% decrease,
Evercore ISI Group analyst Liisa Bayko maintains Editas Medicine (NASDAQ:EDIT) with a In-Line and lowers the price target from $15 to $7.
Editas Medicine, Inc. (NASDAQ:EDIT), a clinical-stage gene editing company, today announced that two abstracts, including one oral presentation and one poster presentation, detailing clinical data from the RUBY and EdiTHAL trials of renizgamglogene autogedtemcel (reni-cel) have been accepted for presentation at the European Hematology Association (EHA) Hybrid Congress being held June 13-16, 2024, in Madrid, Spain, and via livestream. Clinical data from patients treated in the Phase 1/2/3 RUBY trial of reni-cel in patients with severe sickle cell disease and in the Phase 1/2 EdiTHAL trial of reni-cel in patients with transfusion-dependent beta thalassemia will be shared, including:RUBY trial,
The Company will report these data later today in an oral presentation at Annual Meeting of the American Society of Gene and Cell Therapy (ASGCT) in Baltimore and virtually.
Citigroup analyst Samantha Semenkow maintains Editas Medicine (NASDAQ:EDIT) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $16 to $15.
Morgan Stanley analyst Matthew Harrison upgrades Editas Medicine (NASDAQ:EDIT) from Underweight to Equal-Weight and announces $7 price target.
BofA Securities upgraded Editas Medicine from Neutral to Buy and set a new price target of $15.00 from $13.00 previously
Morgan Stanley upgraded Editas Medicine from Underweight to Equal-Weight and set a new price target of $7.00
Citigroup upgraded Editas Medicine from Neutral to Buy and set a new price target of $11.00
JP Morgan upgraded Editas Medicine from Underweight to Neutral and set a new price target of $8.00
Cantor Fitzgerald downgraded Editas Medicine from Overweight to Neutral
Stifel upgraded Editas Medicine from Hold to Buy and set a new price target of $17.00 from $9.00 previously
Raymond James upgraded Editas Medicine from Mkt Perform to Outperform and set a new price target of $17.00
Cantor Fitzgerald initiated coverage of Editas Medicine with a rating of Overweight and set a new price target of $15.00
Citigroup initiated coverage of Editas Medicine with a rating of Neutral and set a new price target of $11.00
Credit Suisse resumed coverage of Editas Medicine with a rating of Neutral and set a new price target of $13.00
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On track to present additional clinical data from the RUBY trial and the EdiTHAL trial by year-end In vivo preclinical proof-of-concept for an undisclosed indication on-track by year-end Strong financial position with runway into 2026 CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Aug. 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Editas Medicine, Inc. (NASDAQ:EDIT), a clinical-stage gene editing company, today reported financial results for the second quarter 2024 and provided business updates. "We made significant progress in all three pillars of our strategy this quarter, particularly reni-cel as we shared a substantial clinical update mid-year and continued to enroll and dose at an accelerated pace. With these data, we are hig
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., July 31, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Editas Medicine, Inc. (NASDAQ:EDIT), a clinical-stage gene editing company, today announced that it will host a conference call and webcast on Wednesday, August 7, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. ET to discuss results for the second quarter 2024 and to provide a corporate update. To access the conference call: U.S. callers should dial +1-800-343-4849 and international callers should dial +1-203-518-9848 approximately five minutes before the call begins.Participants should ask to be connected to the Editas Medicine Earnings Conference Call. The conference call will also be webcast and can be accessed from the "Investors" section of the Editas Medici
Completed adult cohort enrollment and enrolled multiple patients in the adolescent cohort of the Phase 1/2/3 RUBY clinical trial of reni-cel for severe sickle cell disease On track to present additional clinical data from the RUBY trial and the EdiTHAL trial of reni-cel for transfusion-dependent beta-thalassemia in mid-2024 and additional updates by year-end 2024 Presenting pre-clinical data at ASGCT on in vivo capabilities to support development of transformative in vivo gene editing medicines Strong financial position with operational runway into 2026 CAMBRIDGE, Mass., May 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Editas Medicine, Inc. (NASDAQ:EDIT), a clinical-stage gene editing company, today r
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., May 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Editas Medicine, Inc. (NASDAQ:EDIT), a clinical-stage gene editing company, today announced that it will host a conference call and webcast on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. ET to discuss results for the first quarter 2024 and to provide a corporate update. To access the conference call: U.S. callers should dial +1-877-407-0989 and international callers should dial +1-201-389-0921 approximately five minutes before the call begins.Participants should ask to be connected to the Editas Medicine Earnings Conference Call. The conference call will also be webcast and can be accessed from the "Investors" section of the Editas Medicine we
Company aligned with FDA that RUBY is a single Phase 1/2/3 trial On track to present additional clinical data from the RUBY trial and the EdiTHAL trial of reni-cel in mid-2024 and additional updates by year-end 2024 Initiated enrollment in the adolescent cohort in the RUBY trial Entered into a license agreement providing Vertex Pharmaceuticals a non-exclusive license for Cas9 Strong financial position with operational runway expected into 2026 CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Feb. 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Editas Medicine, Inc. (NASDAQ:EDIT), a clinical-stage genome editing company, today reported financial results for the fourth quarter and full year 2023 and provided business updates. "I am pr
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Feb. 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Editas Medicine, Inc. (NASDAQ:EDIT), a clinical-stage genome editing company, today announced that it will host a conference call and webcast on Wednesday, February 28, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. ET to discuss results for the fourth quarter and full year 2023 and to provide a corporate update. To access the conference call: U.S. callers should dial +1-877-407-0989 and international callers should dial +1-201-389-0921 approximately five minutes before the call begins.Participants should ask to be connected to the Editas Medicine Earnings Conference Call. The conference call will also be webcast and can be accessed from the "Investors" section o
Company to provide a clinical update on the EDIT-301 RUBY trial for SCD and EdiTHAL trial for TDT in December at the American Society of Hematology (ASH) Annual Meeting and in a Company-sponsored webinar Granted Vor Bio a non-exclusive license for Cas9 patents for ex vivo HSC therapies for the treatment and prevention of hematological malignancies Strengthened Executive Team with appointment of Caren Deardorf as the Company's first Chief Commercial and Strategy Officer CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Nov. 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Editas Medicine, Inc. (NASDAQ:EDIT), a clinical-stage genome editing company, today reported financial results for the third quarter 2023 and provided busine
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Oct. 27, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Editas Medicine, Inc. (NASDAQ:EDIT), a clinical-stage genome editing company, today announced that it will host a conference call and webcast on Friday, November 3, 2023, at 8:00 a.m. ET to discuss results for the third quarter 2023 and to provide a corporate update. To access the conference call: U.S. callers should dial +1-877-407-0989 and international callers should dial +1-201-389-0921 approximately five minutes before the call begins.Participants should ask to be connected to the Editas Medicine Earnings Conference Call. The conference call will also be webcast and can be accessed from the "Investors" section of the Editas Medici
On track to dose 20 total patients in the EDIT-301 RUBY trial for SCD and provide a clinical update by year-end Commenced parallel patient dosing in the EDIT-301 EDITHAL trial for TDT and on track to provide a clinical update by year-end Strengthened Executive Team with Appointments of Erick Lucera as Chief Financial Officer and Linda C. Burkly, Ph.D., as Chief Scientific Officer CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Aug. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Editas Medicine, Inc. (NASDAQ:EDIT), a clinical-stage genome editing company, today reported financial results for the second quarter 2023 and business updates. "We continued making significant progress against our strategic plan in the second
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., July 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Editas Medicine, Inc. (NASDAQ:EDIT), a clinical-stage genome editing company, today announced that it will host a conference call and webcast on Wednesday, August 2, 2023, at 8:00 a.m. ET to discuss results for the second quarter 2023 and to provide a corporate update. To access the conference call: U.S. callers should dial +1-877-407-0989 and international callers should dial +1-201-389-0921 approximately five minutes before the call begins.Participants should ask to be connected to the Editas Medicine Earnings Conference Call. The conference call will also be webcast and can be accessed from the "Investors" section of the Editas Medi
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CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Sept. 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Editas Medicine, Inc. (NASDAQ:EDIT), a clinical-stage genome editing company, today announced the appointment of Caren Deardorf as the Company's first Chief Commercial and Strategy Officer. Ms. Deardorf will build and lead Editas Medicine's commercial organization, strategy, and execution to support all launch, commercialization, and lifecycle management activities of the Company's current and future pipeline of products. "As we drive our lead program EDIT-301 towards commercialization, I am happy to welcome a commercial leader of Caren's caliber to Editas. Caren has a proven ability to translate early discovery and clinical assets into
Jeff Caravella brings over two decades of healthcare expertise steering strategic, financial and operational functions at leading public life-science corporations Mr. Caravella's appointment demonstrates Medicenna's continuing commitment to establish its presence in Boston, the leading biotechnology ecosystem TORONTO and HOUSTON, Aug. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Medicenna Therapeutics Corp. ("Medicenna" or the "Company") (NASDAQ:MDNA, TSX:MDNA), a clinical-stage immunotherapy company, today announced the appointment of Jeff Caravella as Chief Financial Officer (CFO). In this position, Mr. Caravella will lead Medicenna's financial strategy to support the Company's growth. This appointmen
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., July 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Editas Medicine, Inc. (NASDAQ:EDIT), a clinical-stage genome editing company, today announced the appointment of Linda C. Burkly, Ph.D., as the Company's Executive Vice President and Chief Scientific Officer. Dr. Burkly will lead Editas' drug discovery team and activities related to Editas Medicine's pipeline of experimental medicines across all therapeutic areas and indications. "Earlier this year, we shared our vision to be a leader in programable in vivo gene editing, and I couldn't be happier that Linda is joining Editas to help make this vision a reality. Linda has an outstanding track record of inventing or contributing to the fo
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., May 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Editas Medicine, Inc. (NASDAQ:EDIT), a clinical-stage genome editing company, today announced the appointment of Erick J. Lucera as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective May 17, 2023. Mr. Lucera will succeed Michelle Robertson, who has served in the role since January 2020 and is stepping down to pursue external opportunities. Ms. Robertson will remain with the Company in an advisory role through August 16, 2023, to ensure a smooth transition. "We are thrilled to welcome Erick to the executive leadership team as our new CFO. Erick brings to Editas a proven track record of driving financial decision-making, as
Emma Reeve to support Editas' evolution in new role as Chair of the Board Elliott Levy, M.D., joins Board as an Independent Director CAMBRIDGE, Mass., April 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Editas Medicine, Inc. (NASDAQ:EDIT), a clinical stage genome editing company, today announced the appointment of current Independent Director Emma Reeve as Chair of the Board, effective at the Company's next annual stockholder meeting, currently scheduled for June 1. Ms. Reeve will be replacing James C. Mullen as he steps down from the Board and his role as Executive Chair. The Company also announced the appointment of Elliott Levy, M.D., to its Board of Directors as an independent director.
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., March 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Editas Medicine, Inc. (NASDAQ:EDIT), a clinical-stage genome editing company, today announced the appointment of Linea Aspesi as the Company's Executive Vice President and Chief People Officer. Ms. Aspesi will lead Editas' human resources department and the Company's people strategy in support of its mission and goals. "Our people and our culture are critical ingredients for the success of our new strategy, and we are fortunate to have someone of Linea's caliber and expertise in defining, shaping, and implementing talent strategies for accelerated company growth. I look forward to working with Linea and the Leadership Team to help drive
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., July 18, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Editas Medicine, Inc. (NASDAQ:EDIT), a leading genome editing company, today announced the appointment of Baisong Mei, M.D., Ph.D., as the Company's Senior Vice President and Chief Medical Officer, effective immediately. Dr. Mei will lead clinical research and drug development for the Company's pipeline of experimental medicines across all therapeutic indications, including hematology, oncology, and ophthalmology. "We are thrilled to have Baisong join our team. He brings to Editas a proven track record of advancing innovative medicines from IND acceptance through global regulatory approval. His extensive drug development experience and d
James C. Mullen to Serve as Executive Chairman CAMBRIDGE, Mass., April 14, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Editas Medicine, Inc. (NASDAQ:EDIT), a leading genome editing company, today announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Dr. Gilmore O'Neill, M.B., M.M.Sc., as President and Chief Executive Officer. James C. Mullen will serve as Executive Chairman of the Company's Board of Directors. These changes are effective June 1, 2022. Dr. O'Neill brings to Editas nearly 20 years of experience in genetic medicine, neurobiology, and clinical development. Dr. O'Neill also has a track record of driving and leading several of biotech's most successful clinical programs and achieving marketing app
EMERYVILLE, Calif., Dec. 20, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Berkeley Lights, Inc. (NASDAQ:BLI), a leader in digital cell biology, today announced the appointment of Jessica Hopfield, Ph.D. to the Berkeley Lights' Board of Directors as an independent director, effective December 15, 2021. "Dr. Hopfield is a respected and accomplished industry veteran, and we are thrilled to welcome her to our Board," said Eric Hobbs, Ph.D., chief executive officer of Berkeley Lights. "With more than two decades of medical device, biotech and pharmaceutical experience, Dr. Hopfield brings to Berkeley Lights valuable strategic insight and a strong focus on performance to drive our unrivaled ability to understand c
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Oct. 28, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Editas Medicine, Inc. (NASDAQ:EDIT), a leading genome editing company, today announced that it has appointed Bernadette Connaughton to its Board of Directors. Ms. Connaughton is an accomplished pharmaceutical executive with more than 30 years of global strategic, commercial, and biopharmaceutical industry expertise. Ms. Connaughton spent her career at Bristol-Myers Squibb, building a consistent track record of achieving sales growth, improving operational models, and increasing profitability in the U.S., Europe, and Asia. She most recently served as President, Intercontinental. In this role, she developed successful, multi-year commercia