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CBER chief Prasad steps aside, deputy takes the reins as search for successor continues

Katherine Szarama, Ph.D., will take over as CBER director in an acting capacity while the search for a permanent director continues.

By FierceBiotech · May 3, 2026 · via FierceBiotech
CBER chief Prasad steps aside, deputy takes the reins as search for successor continues

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