Sigilon Therapeutics Appoints Sarah Yuan, Ph.D., as Chief Technical Operations Officer

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Sigilon Therapeutics (NASDAQ: SGTX) has appointed Dr. Sarah Yuan as Chief Technical Operations Officer, effective March 7, 2022. With over 20 years in biopharmaceuticals, Dr. Yuan previously held leadership roles at 2seventy bio and Sanofi. Her proven experience in manufacturing processes and CMC strategies is expected to enhance the company's Shielded Living Therapeutics™ platform, focusing on chronic diseases like MPS-1 and diabetes. CEO Rogerio Vivaldi expressed optimism about Yuan's immediate impact on achieving key milestones.

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• Dr. Sarah Yuan brings over 20 years of relevant experience in biopharmaceutical manufacturing and CMC strategies.
• Her leadership may accelerate development milestones for MPS-1 and diabetes programs.

Negative

• Potential gap in continuity as new leadership transitions occur.

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Feb. 22, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sigilon Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: SGTX), a biotechnology company that seeks to develop functional cures for chronic diseases through its Shielded Living Therapeutics™ platform, today announced the appointment of Sarah Yuan, Ph.D., as Chief Technical Operations Officer, effective March 7^th, 2022. Dr. Yuan brings more than 20 years of experience in process development, manufacturing sciences and CMC strategies from a broad range of leading biopharmaceutical companies.

“We are delighted to welcome Sarah, a biopharma veteran, to the Sigilon team,” said Rogerio Vivaldi, M.D., President and CEO of Sigilon. “Sarah has an impressive track record of spearheading innovative manufacturing processes and leading CMC activities for assets ranging from preclinical to commercial stage. We believe Sarah’s insights will have an immediate impact as we continue to optimize our platform and work toward achieving our near-term milestones for our programs in MPS-1 and diabetes.”

Prior to joining Sigilon Therapeutics, Dr. Yuan served as Vice President of Process and Analytical Development at 2seventy bio, the oncology spinoff of bluebird bio. At 2seventy bio, she was instrumental in getting three cell therapy products approved, in addition to advancing a preclinical product through IND clearance. Previously, Dr. Yuan led the External Manufacturing Organization for the Rare Blood Disorders Franchise at Sanofi. She also served as the Head of Technical Development and Manufacturing Sciences at Bioverativ, prior to its acquisition by Sanofi. At Bioverativ, she built and developed high functioning teams responsible for overseeing external manufacturing operations, developing and executing CMC strategies, delivering manufacturing processes, analytical methods and driving life cycle management initiatives for all clinical and commercial products. Earlier in her career, Dr. Yuan held various roles with increasing responsibilities in Biogen’s Manufacturing Sciences department, led Process Development at Agenus, and spent several years developing novel resins and membranes at Millipore. She holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from University of Wisconsin, Madison, and a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from University of California at Berkeley.

“I am pleased to be joining the Sigilon team at such an important stage of its development,” commented Dr. Yuan. “I have dedicated a large part of my career to advancing novel platform technologies, and I look forward to working with this highly talented team to recognize the potential of Sigilon’s Shielded Living Therapeutics™ platform and novel allogeneic cell therapies.”

About Sigilon Therapeutics

Sigilon Therapeutics seeks to develop functional cures for chronic diseases through its Shielded Living Therapeutics™ platform. Sigilon’s product candidates are non-viral engineered cell-based therapies designed to produce the crucial proteins, enzymes or other therapeutic molecules needed by patients living with chronic diseases such as lysosomal diseases and diabetes. The engineered cells are encapsulated by Sigilon’s Afibromer™ biomaterials matrix, which is designed to shield them from immune rejection and fibrosis. Sigilon was founded by Flagship Pioneering in conjunction with Daniel Anderson, Ph.D., and Robert Langer, Sc.D., of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

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SOURCE: Sigilon Therapeutics, Inc.

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FAQ

What is the significance of Dr. Sarah Yuan's appointment at Sigilon Therapeutics?

Dr. Yuan's appointment may enhance operational efficiencies and lead to improved outcomes for Sigilon's therapeutic programs targeting chronic diseases.

When does Dr. Sarah Yuan officially start at Sigilon Therapeutics?

Dr. Yuan will officially start her role as Chief Technical Operations Officer on March 7, 2022.

What experience does Dr. Sarah Yuan bring to Sigilon Therapeutics?

Dr. Yuan has over 20 years of experience in process development and manufacturing, having previously held senior roles at 2seventy bio and Sanofi.

How might Dr. Yuan's experience impact Sigilon Therapeutics?

Her extensive background in biopharmaceuticals may drive innovation and efficiency in Sigilon's Shielded Living Therapeutics™ platform.