USING HIS LIFE’S WORK TO SAVE LIVES
DR. MARK DENISON
Today, coronaviruses are affecting our lives on a global scale. But for Dr. Mark Denison, they’ve been his focus for 30 years. By discovering the coronavirus’ ability to “proofread” itself for mutations, Dr. Denison has led the field and uncovered better treatments when our world needs them most.
PIONEERING FOR A CANCER CURE
DR. CARL JUNE
Hearing the words “you have cancer” changes everything. But Dr. Carl June is giving more hope than ever to those with a life-or-death diagnosis. His work with CAR T cells resulted in an FDA-approved therapy to treat –and potentially cure – patients with advanced chronic lymphocytic leukemia.
BREATHING LIFE INTO CRITICAL TREATMENTS
DR. MICHAEL WELSH
By identifying how cystic fibrosis disrupts the lungs, Dr. Michael Welsh proved the disease could be treated and developed the roadmap to do it. As the basis for today’s life-saving treatments, Dr. Welsh’s work means 90% of CF patients are no longer holding their breath for answers.
