I-Mab Announces the Appointment of Seasoned Biotech Executives to the Board of Directors and the Scientific Advisory Board, and the Formation of a Research and Development Committee

Core Insights - I-Mab has appointed independent directors Dr. Robert Lenz and Ms. Xin Liu to its Board of Directors, effective August 22, 2025, and reiterated the appointment of Dr. Sean Cao as of May 28, 2025 [1][2][6] - The company has established a Research and Development Committee, chaired by Dr. Robert Lenz, to enhance its focus on R&D excellence and innovation [2][6] - Dr. Ken Takeshita has been appointed to the Scientific Advisory Board to strengthen I-Mab's capabilities in immuno-oncology [2][6] Company Developments - The new appointments are aimed at supporting I-Mab's strategic agenda and enhancing the Board's expertise as the company progresses with its lead product, givastomig [2][6] - Givastomig is a bispecific antibody designed to treat Claudin 18.2-positive gastric cancers, currently in Phase 1 trials, showing strong tumor-binding and anti-tumor activity [8] Board Member Profiles - Dr. Robert Lenz has extensive experience in R&D, previously serving as Executive Vice President at Neumora Therapeutics and holding key roles at Amgen and Abbott Laboratories [2][3] - Ms. Xin Liu is a finance executive with a background in healthcare investments, currently serving as Investment Director at Hony Capital [3][4] - Dr. Sean Cao is a biotech entrepreneur with a strong background in founding and leading biotech companies, currently an Operating Partner at CBC Group [4][5] - Dr. Ken Takeshita is a recognized biopharmaceutical executive with experience in clinical development and research, currently the Global Head of R&D for Daiichi Sankyo [5][6]