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Pedro J. Cejas, PhD, is a translational scientist with extensive experience advancing programs from discovery through IND‑enabling and into clinical development. He leads Discovery – Delivery Platforms at the Roche Innovation Center Philadelphia, where he drives non‑viral gene delivery strategy and platform development, integrating LNP‑based and emerging delivery technologies across Roche programs. His expertise spans biologics, vaccines, small molecules, RNA, and gene therapy, with a strong focus on delivery platforms and translational strategy. He defines scientific roadmaps, builds multidisciplinary team capabilities, and partners across Roche and Genentech to advance gene therapy, RNA therapeutics, and immuno‑oncology programs.