Kenai Therapeutics

Our CEO Nick Manusos had the opportunity to speak at the Cell & Gene Meeting on the Mesa, where he shared insights into our #iPSC platform and lead candidate for the treatment of #ParkinsonsDisease. Thank you to the Alliance for Regenerative Medicine for another wonderful meeting! #CGMesa25

24.10.2025 15:00 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

We are a proud sponsor of the Parkinson's Foundation's #MovingDay! Our team walked alongside patients, caregivers and loved ones to raise awareness and funds for Parkinson's research in Chicago and LA. We're grateful to be part of such an inspiring day and community!

21.10.2025 15:06 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

The BioHub - The Avetix Podcast - S2 Ep71 - Nick Manusos - CEO of Kenai Therapeutics Welcome back to another episode of The BioHub, we were delighted to welcome on Nick Manusos, the CEO of Kenai Therapeutics, a pioneering biotech company developing neuron replacement therapies for neurological disorders. Nick’s journey spans decades of innovation and leadership—from senior roles at global pharma giants like Baxter, Takeda, and Abbott, to founding and leading cutting-edge startups like Iota Biosciences and Opsis Therapeutics. Under his guidance, Kenai Therapeutics has secured groundbreaking funding and is advancing life-changing therapies for patients with Parkinson’s disease. He holds an MBA from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management and a BBA from the University of Wisconsin, bringing a rare combination of business acumen and scientific vision to the table. Nick joins us today to share his insights on pioneering stem cell therapies, building biotech startups from the ground up, and what it takes to turn cutting-edge science into real-world solutions.

What does it take to build a #biotech company from the ground up?

Our CEO, Nick Manusos, sat down with The Bio Hub podcast to share lessons for founders from his own career journey, and how Kenai is harnessing #iPSC technology to cure neurological conditions.

Listen here! bit.ly/42aLMSY

25.09.2025 14:22 — 👍 3    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0

Attending the Alliance for Regenerative Medicine’s 2025 Cell & Gene Meeting on the Mesa? If so, be sure to join CEO Nick Manusos on Tuesday 10/7 at 2pm for Kenai's company presentation. Explore the full agenda here: meetingonthemesa.com

#CGMesa25 #celltherapy @alliancerm.bsky.social

16.09.2025 18:07 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

We had the pleasure of hosting an inspiring group of students for Generation STEAM's #GirlsWhoLead program! The day included a lab tour, conversations about the R&D process and stories from our team about their career paths. We’re proud to support the next generation of women leaders in #biotech!

08.07.2025 16:26 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

The #ChicagoBioLifeSummit last week was an inspiring gathering of industry leaders and #innovators! Nick Manusos, Kenai's CEO, joined an insightful panel of life science experts to discuss how to navigate the investment landscape. Thanks to BioLife Summits for organizing this engaging conversation!

02.06.2025 19:15 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

The #ChicagoBioLifeSummit is taking place tomorrow, May 28th in downtown Chicago! Our CEO Nick Manusos will be joining a panel of #LifeSciences industry experts at 2:25 pm to discuss successfully navigating the investment landscape.

View the full agenda and register here:
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27.05.2025 20:33 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

Join Dr. Howard Federoff, Kenai's CMO, at the 2nd Global Cell & Gene Therapy Summit, July 7–9 in Orlando!

His session will include a panel discussion on advances in cell and stem cell-based therapies. Learn more and register here: cgtsummit.unitedscientificgroup.org

#CGTSummit2025 #CellTherapy

22.05.2025 19:24 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

Today is #WorldParkinsonsDay - a moment to recognize those living with Parkinson’s, their loved ones, and the scientists working toward a cure. Each breakthrough brings us closer to a world without PD.

Learn more about PD research from the #ParkinsonsFoundation: bit.ly/427JEM8

11.04.2025 15:10 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

April is #ParkinsonsAwarenessMonth 💙 We’re committed to bringing hope to people living with Parkinson's disease through science, partnership and purpose. 🤝 Join us in raising awareness and supporting the PD community: www.michaeljfox.org/parkinsons-awareness-month

01.04.2025 14:34 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

Congratulations to Derek Hei on being honored with the International Society for Stem Cell Research's public service award! This award recognizes Derek's commitment to advancing stem cell science and regenerative medicine. Learn more about the award and ISSCR's work: bit.ly/3XDUqXV

31.03.2025 19:46 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0