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Biotech with Heart: Atara’s Path to Hope for MS & Cancer
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Learn more about: Atara Biotherapeutics
Featured on Tomorrow's World Today: S5E3 – Healing Heroes
What happens when science meets creativity at the frontier of medicine? Dr. Kristin Yarema, former Chief Commercial Officer at Atara Biotherapeutics, takes us on a journey through the world of cell therapy and its potential to transform treatment for cancer and multiple sclerosis. 🧬
Dr. Yarema shares the touching origin story of Atara, founded by Dr. Isaac Chichenover in memory of his mother, who passed away from ovarian cancer. This personal connection serves as the company's "North Star," keeping its focus on developing innovative therapies for patients with serious illnesses.
With her unique background combining chemical engineering and English, Dr. Yarema bridges the gap between complex scientific innovations and clear communication for physicians, patients, and stakeholders. 🔬
The conversation explores how mentorship shaped her career path and offers valuable advice for those interested in entering the biopharma field. "Making a new medicine is a total team sport," she explains, highlighting opportunities for people with diverse skills and interests. 🥼
Dr. Yarema passionately discusses neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's and multiple sclerosis, which she describes as "one of the great remaining frontiers in medicine." Atara's work on investigational therapies for progressive MS represents a push toward addressing these devastating conditions that currently have limited treatment options.
Whether you're fascinated by medical innovation, considering a career in STEM, or simply curious about the future of healthcare, this episode offers insights into how science, creativity, and communication come together to solve some of medicine's most challenging problems. 💊
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Chapters
1. Introduction to Dr. Kristin Yarema (00:00:00)
2. Atara's Mission and Communication Focus (00:01:42)
3. Blending Science and Creativity (00:04:22)
4. Mentors and Learning from Mistakes (00:08:00)
5. Career Advice for Biopharma Industry (00:11:56)
6. Tackling Neurodegenerative Diseases (00:19:15)
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