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BoB@JPM: Tom Chalberg, Ph.D., Genascence

Business Of Biotech

CHAPTER

From Academia to Biotech: A Journey of Innovation

This chapter chronicles the speaker's evolution from the corporate world to becoming a biotech entrepreneur, notably starting Avalanche during the 2008 financial crisis. It explores the challenges and advantages of pursuing innovation in tough economic times, as well as the emotional and strategic shifts involved in transitioning from academia to entrepreneurship. The discussion extends to their experiences with evolving ventures like Genesance and Encorus, emphasizing the importance of technology transfer and the innovative application of gene therapy in addressing prevalent health issues.

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