05/08/2026
Today, we are remembering the life of Dr. J. Craig Venter (1946-2026), a true pioneer in science. Dr. Venter's landmark contributions to sequencing the human genome forever changed the course of medicine and how humanity understands itself. As founder of the J. Craig Venter Institute, a nonprofit genomics research institute at the forefront of discovery, Dr. Venter pushed the boundaries of what science can achieve.
Dr. Venter’s visionary work was foundational to the science of xenotransplantation, bringing us closer to a world where no patient dies waiting for an organ transplant. Early in our xenotransplantation journey, we partnered with Dr. Venter’s company to develop gene-edited pigs so that their organs would be suitable for transplant into humans — a groundbreaking collaboration at the frontier of synthetic biology and regenerative medicine.
Thank you, Dr. Venter, for your brilliance, boldness, and unwavering commitment to improving human health. We honor your legacy by continuing to advance our xenotransplantation program.