Strand Therapeutics Names Dr. Jason J. Luke as Chief Medical Officer

Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst

Source: Businesswire

Updated: Aug 21 2025

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Source: Businesswire

New Appointment: Strand Therapeutics has appointed Dr. Jason J. Luke as Chief Medical Officer, bringing extensive experience in cancer immunotherapy and clinical research to the company.
Dr. Luke's Background: Previously an Associate Professor at the University of Pittsburgh, Dr. Luke has led over 100 clinical studies and is recognized for his work in immuno-oncology, including significant contributions to checkpoint inhibitors and cancer vaccines.
Focus on mRNA Therapy: As CMO, Dr. Luke will oversee the clinical development strategy and focus on the ongoing first-in-human trial of STX-001, Strand's lead programmable mRNA therapy.
Strand Therapeutics Overview: The company aims to revolutionize medicine with its programmable mRNA platform, which allows for precise gene regulation and delivery, targeting various diseases, particularly in cancer treatment.

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Emily J. Thompson

Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.

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