Gary Jacob’s rise to CEO of a Nasdaq-listed biotech company started with chemistry classes in Benton Hall and a willingness to take risks and embrace change.
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1969 alumnus’ journey to CEO of Synergy Pharmaceuticals, FDA-approved drug TRULANCE starts with UMSL chemistry degree
Gary Jacob’s rise to CEO of a Nasdaq-listed biotech company started with chemistry classes in Benton Hall and a willingness to take risks and embrace change.
1969 alumnus’ journey to CEO of Synergy Pharmaceuticals, FDA-approved drug TRULANCE starts with UMSL chemistry degree
Gary Jacob’s rise to CEO of a Nasdaq-listed biotech company started with chemistry classes in Benton Hall and a willingness to take risks and embrace change.
Media Coverage: December 2025
Stories about the university, its scholars and their expertise are often covered by local and national news media. Media Coverage highlights some of the top stories.
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