Vera Chio

Vera Chio is a Principal Research Associate at Astellas Pharma, with a robust background in biotechnology and research. Previously, Vera served as a Scientist III at Exelixis, where experimental approaches for tumor microenvironment target identification and validation were established, along with optimization of a 3D co-culture model system. As an Associate Scientist at Nektar Therapeutics, responsibilities included optimizing bioassay methods to support product development and prepare assays for quality control functions. Additional experience includes contributions at Eurofins DiscoverX as a Scientist I, maintaining mammalian cell lines and developing high-throughput protocols, as well as earlier roles at MedImmune and Elan Pharmaceuticals focused on assay optimization and bioanalytical studies. Vera Chio holds a Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology from the University of California, Davis, a Graduate Certificate in Applied Statistics from Penn State University, and a Stem Cell Technology Certificate from City College of San Francisco.