
From classmates in São Paulo to co-founders in San Diego, Isan Chen’s career has been shaped by relationships that lasted. His work at MBrace Therapeutics and his support for student scholarships show what those connections can make possible.

After more than eight years shaping AbbVie’s pipeline, the history major turned biotech dealmaker is now running MBrace Therapeutics - where the wager is on novel targets, disciplined development and knowing which risks are worth taking.