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Vinay Prasad to run key FDA division that oversees vaccines

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Last updated: May 6, 2025 9:06 pm
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Vinay Prasad, a prominent academic known for his outspoken criticism of the medical establishment, has been appointed as the new director of the Food and Drug Administration’s Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research (CBER). This center is responsible for the regulation of vaccines, gene therapies, and the blood supply, making Prasad’s appointment a significant development in the field of public health.

Prior to his new role at the FDA, Prasad served as an epidemiology professor at the University of California, San Francisco, where he gained a reputation for challenging conventional medical practices and advocating for evidence-based medicine. His appointment has already sparked controversy, with the S&P Biotech ETF experiencing a sharp decline of more than 6% following the news.

FDA Commissioner Marty Makary officially announced Prasad’s appointment to CBER staff in a Tuesday email, later confirming the news on the social media platform X. Prasad will be taking over from former CBER director Peter Marks, who was reportedly forced to resign by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. in March.

Prasad’s appointment comes at a time of heightened scrutiny and debate surrounding the FDA’s regulatory practices, particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. His background as a vocal critic of the agency raises questions about how he will approach his new role and navigate the complex landscape of vaccine regulation and public health policy.

As Prasad assumes leadership of CBER, stakeholders in the healthcare and biotech industries will be closely monitoring his actions and decisions. His appointment could signal a shift in the FDA’s approach to vaccine and gene therapy regulation, potentially impacting the development and approval processes for new medical products.

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Overall, Vinay Prasad’s appointment as the director of CBER represents a significant change in leadership at the FDA and could have far-reaching implications for the future of vaccine and gene therapy regulation in the United States. It remains to be seen how Prasad will navigate the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead in his new role.

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