Richard Benjamin
Chief Tech/Sci/R&D Officer at CERUS CORPORATION
Net worth: 868 667 $ as of 2024-03-30
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Richard J.
Benjamin is currently the Director & Director-North America Region at the International Society Blood Transfusion, Chief Medical Officer at Cerus Corp., and a Member of the American Association of Blood Banks.
Previously, he was the Director at Point Therapeutics, Inc. from 2004 to 2008, Director at DARA BioSciences, Inc. in 2008, Medical Director-Adult Transfusion Service at Harvard University, and Chief Medical Officer at American Red Cross, Inc. He holds a doctorate degree from the University of Cambridge.
Known holdings in public companies
| Company | Date | Number of shares | Valuation | Valuation date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
CERUS CORPORATION
0.25% | 2024-03-13 | 459,612 ( 0.25% ) | 868 667 $ | 2024-03-30 |
Richard Benjamin active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
|---|---|---|
| CERUS CORPORATION | Chief Tech/Sci/R&D Officer | 2015-07-12 |
American Association of Blood Banks
 American Association of Blood Banks Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The American Association of Blood Banks is a professional organization dedicated to advancing the field of transfusion medicine and cellular therapies. The non-profit company is based in Bethesda, MD and has subsidiaries in Puerto Rico. The association provides accreditation and certification programs for blood banks and transfusion services, as well as educational resources and advocacy efforts. | Corporate Officer/Principal | - |
| International Society Blood Transfusion | Director/Board Member | - |
Former positions of Richard Benjamin
| Companies | Position | End |
|---|---|---|
Point Therapeutics, Inc.
 Point Therapeutics, Inc. BiotechnologyHealth Technology Point Therapeutics, Inc. develops drugs for the treatment of cancer and blood cell disorders. The company's PT-100 (talabostat) treats anemia and neutropenia (low levels of white blood cells), which can be caused by diseases or medical treatments, such as chemotherapy. The drugs stimulate production of proteins that build up the body's immune system against malignant tumors. Point Therapeutics, Inc. is located in Boston, MA. | Director/Board Member | 2008-02-12 |
DARA BioSciences, Inc. /Old/
 DARA BioSciences, Inc. /Old/ Pharmaceuticals: MajorHealth Technology DARA BioSciences, Inc. develops therapeutic and medical technologies and devices. It also provides treatment for metabolic diseases and central nervous system disorders . The company was founded by Steve Gorlin in July, 2002 and is headquartered in Raleigh, NC. | Director/Board Member | 2008-02-12 |
Harvard University
 Harvard University Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Harvard University engages in the provision of teaching and research. It has twelve degree-granting Schools in addition to the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study, offering a global education. The university was founded in 1636 and is headquartered in Cambridge, MA. | Corporate Officer/Principal | - |
American Red Cross, Inc.
 American Red Cross, Inc. Services to the Health IndustryHealth Services American Red Cross, Inc. provides individual and family social services. It is a humanitarian organization led by volunteers and guided by its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross Movement, will provide relief to victims of disaster and help people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies. The company was founded in 1881 and is headquartered in Kansas City, MO. | Chief Tech/Sci/R&D Officer | - |
Training of Richard Benjamin
| University of Cambridge | Doctorate Degree |
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| Listed companies | 1 |
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| CERUS CORPORATION | Health Technology |
| Private companies | 5 |
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Point Therapeutics, Inc.
Point Therapeutics, Inc. BiotechnologyHealth Technology Point Therapeutics, Inc. develops drugs for the treatment of cancer and blood cell disorders. The company's PT-100 (talabostat) treats anemia and neutropenia (low levels of white blood cells), which can be caused by diseases or medical treatments, such as chemotherapy. The drugs stimulate production of proteins that build up the body's immune system against malignant tumors. Point Therapeutics, Inc. is located in Boston, MA. | Health Technology |
American Association of Blood Banks
American Association of Blood Banks Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The American Association of Blood Banks is a professional organization dedicated to advancing the field of transfusion medicine and cellular therapies. The non-profit company is based in Bethesda, MD and has subsidiaries in Puerto Rico. The association provides accreditation and certification programs for blood banks and transfusion services, as well as educational resources and advocacy efforts. | Commercial Services |
DARA BioSciences, Inc. /Old/
DARA BioSciences, Inc. /Old/ Pharmaceuticals: MajorHealth Technology DARA BioSciences, Inc. develops therapeutic and medical technologies and devices. It also provides treatment for metabolic diseases and central nervous system disorders . The company was founded by Steve Gorlin in July, 2002 and is headquartered in Raleigh, NC. | Health Technology |
| International Society Blood Transfusion | |
American Red Cross, Inc.
American Red Cross, Inc. Services to the Health IndustryHealth Services American Red Cross, Inc. provides individual and family social services. It is a humanitarian organization led by volunteers and guided by its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross Movement, will provide relief to victims of disaster and help people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies. The company was founded in 1881 and is headquartered in Kansas City, MO. | Health Services |
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