Kári Stefánsson
Kári Stefánsson is a prominent Icelandic neurologist and geneticist, best known as the founder and former CEO of deCODE Genetics, a pioneering biotechnology company that focuses on genetic research and the role of genetics in human health. Since its founding in 1996, deCODE has made significant contributions to understanding genetic predispositions to various diseases. Under Kári's leadership, the company became a leader in the field of genetics, attracting global attention and investment, notably from the American pharmaceutical company Amgen, which acquired it in 2012. Kári has been influential in advancing genetic research and its applications in medicine.
Born on Dec 28, 1947 (77 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Iceland | 6 | 6.50 | 0.35% | +10% | 341,243 | 1,329 | $24,000 | 93$ |
| Totals | 6 | 341,243 | 1,329 | $24,000 | 93$ |
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Iceland:
Kári Stefánsson fought against the installation of special computers from Amgen in the hands of all employees of Íslensk erfðagreining.
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Kári Stefánsson was a guest at a well-attended meeting of the Spursmála Book Club.
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Iceland:
Kári Stefánsson, founder of Icelandic Genetic Research, issued a statement following a news report about his comments on Amgen's computers.
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Iceland:
Kári Stefánsson discussed his collaboration with the government during the Covid pandemic.
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Iceland:
Kári Stefánsson discussed the involvement of his colleagues in China who were likely executed for their research work.
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Iceland:
Kári Stefánsson, the founder of Icelandic Genetic Research, discussed the themes of George Orwell's book 1984 at a recent event.
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Kári Stefánsson, former CEO of deCODE Genetics, has pondered the implications of state control over public thoughts and actions.
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Kári is the former CEO of deCODE Genetics.
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Kári Stefánsson is the CEO of Íslensk erfðagreiningar who was recently dismissed.
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Kári Stefánsson is a prominent scientist who discusses his unexpected dismissal from the CEO position at Íslenskrar erfðagreiningar.
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