Chandra Vargeese

CTO at WAVE Life Sciences

Chandra Vargeese has a strong background in RNA therapeutics chemistry and delivery, with experience in leading research and development efforts at various pharmaceutical companies such as Novartis, Merck, Sirna Therapeutics, and NeXstar Pharmaceuticals. With a focus on inventing and developing technologies for systemic delivery to the liver and tumors, Chandra has successfully managed teams, established goals, and contributed to the invention of Macugen, a VEGF aptamer for treating Age Related Macular Degeneration. Chandra holds a PhD in Chemistry and has continued to excel in the field of biochemistry and pharmaceutical research.

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Timeline

  • CTO

    Current role

  • Senior Vice President, Drug Discovery

  • Chief Technology Officer, Head of Platform Discovery Sciences

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