Geron Corp.
Industry Group: Pharmaceuticals
Country/Region: United States of America
Identifier: NAS:GERN
Geron Corp is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the research and development of cancer treatments. The company's drug in development, Imelstat, is being tested for the treatment of myelodysplastic syndromes, which are disorders of the blood, and myelofibrosis, which is a rare blood cancer affecting bone marrow. The company earns revenue through collaboration agreements, milestones, royalties, and licensing arrangements. Geron possesses various rights to this drug. The company operates as a single segment being, the development of therapeutic products for oncology.
ESG Risk Rating
Ranking
Industry Group (1st = lowest risk)
Pharmaceuticals 377 out of 850
Universe
Global Universe 9400 out of 15080
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Industry Comparison
| Company | ESG Risk Rating | Industry Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Bavarian Nordic A/S |
23.1
Medium
|
144 out of 850 |
| ACADIA Pharmaceuticals, Inc. |
24.1
Medium
|
166 out of 850 |
| Vera Therapeutics, Inc. |
26.5
Medium
|
280 out of 850 |
| Agios Pharmaceuticals, Inc. |
26.6
Medium
|
286 out of 850 |
| Geron Corp. |
27.9
Medium
|
377 out of 850 |
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