Protagonist Therapeutics Appoints Newman Yeilding as Executive Vice President, Chief Scientific Officer

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October 04, 2025

Protagonist Therapeutics, Inc. announced the appointment of Newman Yeilding, M.D., to the role of Executive Vice President, Chief Scientific Officer. This key leadership addition was effective January 2, 2025.

Dr. Yeilding received inducement awards in accordance with the terms of his employment offer letter on January 2, 2025. His appointment is expected to strengthen the company's scientific leadership and drive its research and development initiatives.

The Chief Scientific Officer plays a crucial role in shaping the company's long-term scientific strategy and advancing its pipeline of peptide-based therapeutics. This executive appointment is a strategic move to enhance Protagonist's innovation capabilities.

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