Arie Belldegrun
Arie Belldegrun (pronunciation: Ah-ree Bell-de-grun) is a renowned oncologist, biotech entrepreneur, and investor. He is best known for his significant contributions to the field of cancer research and treatment, particularly in the development of innovative immunotherapies.
Etymology
The name Arie is of Hebrew origin, meaning "lion of God". Belldegrun is a surname of unknown origin.
Career
Arie Belldegrun started his career as a urologist and later specialized in oncology. He has been instrumental in the development of several successful biotech companies. He founded Kite Pharma, a company that developed a breakthrough cancer immunotherapy, which was later acquired by Gilead Sciences. He also co-founded Allogene Therapeutics, a biotech company focused on developing allogeneic CAR-T therapies for cancer.
Contributions to Medicine
Belldegrun's work in the field of oncology has led to significant advancements in cancer treatment. His work with Kite Pharma led to the development of Yescarta, a CAR-T cell therapy for non-Hodgkin lymphoma. This therapy has revolutionized the treatment of this type of cancer and has paved the way for further advancements in immunotherapy.
Related Terms
- Oncology: The branch of medicine that deals with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer.
- Immunotherapy: A type of cancer treatment that uses the body's immune system to fight cancer.
- Biotech: The use of living systems and organisms to develop or make products.
- Urology: The branch of medicine that focuses on surgical and medical diseases of the male and female urinary-tract system and the male reproductive organs.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Arie Belldegrun
- Wikipedia's article - Arie Belldegrun
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