Egle Therapeutics Appoints Christophe Quéva as CEO to Lead Clinical Advancement

Portfolio - People | Jan 13, 2025 | Bioqube Ventures NV

Egle Therapeutics has announced the appointment of Dr. Christophe Quéva as its new Chief Executive Officer. Dr. Quéva, who brings over 20 years of experience in immuno-oncology and has held senior roles at leading biopharmaceutical companies such as Gilead Sciences and Amgen, will lead Egle as it transitions its preclinical assets into clinical-stage development. Egle Therapeutics, backed by Bioqube Ventures, is focused on developing therapies targeting regulatory T cells for oncology and autoimmune diseases. The company is preparing to advance its leading drug candidates, EGL-001 for oncology and EGL-003 for autoimmune diseases, into clinical trials. Dr. Quéva's appointment is seen as a strategic move to leverage his deep expertise in drug development and regulatory processes to drive the company's clinical and technological advancements.

Sectors

  • Biotechnology
  • Healthcare

Geography

  • International – Dr. Christophe Quéva has a global career, and Egle Therapeutics holds international relevance in the immunotherapy sector. The company's technologies impact global healthcare.

Industry

  • Biotechnology – The biotechnology industry is relevant to the article as Egle Therapeutics is a biotechnology company developing therapies for oncology and autoimmune diseases.
  • Healthcare – This industry is involved because Egle's innovations impact healthcare treatments, furthering therapeutic possibilities for cancer and autoimmune diseases.

Financials

    Participants

    NameRoleTypeDescription
    Egle Therapeutics SASTarget CompanyCompanyA biotechnology firm focusing on immunotherapies for oncology and autoimmune diseases.
    Christophe Quéva, Ph.D.CEOPersonRecently appointed CEO of Egle Therapeutics, with over two decades of experience in immuno-oncology.
    Bioqube Ventures NVPrivate Equity FirmCompanyAn investment firm supporting Egle Therapeutics in its strategic and clinical advancements.
    Vincent Brichard, M.D.Interim CEO and Board MemberPersonPreviously served as Interim CEO of Egle Therapeutics before Dr. Quéva's appointment.
    Michel DetheuxChairman of the BoardPersonChairman providing leadership and strategic direction at Egle Therapeutics.