Shaping the Future of Medicine: Mark Esser’s Vision for UVA’s Manning Institute

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Mark Esser, the inaugural Chief Scientific Officer of UVA’s new Paul and Diane Manning Institute of Biotechnology. Dr. Esser, a renowned expert in immunology and vaccine development, shares his journey from AstraZeneca to leading this ambitious institute. With a vision to revolutionize healthcare and accelerate the development of life-saving treatments, Mark discusses fostering innovation, attracting biotech companies to Virginia, and the future of personalized medicine.