Synlogic, Inc. announced the appointment of Dr. Dave Hava to Head of Research and Development effective January 1, 2023. Through the integration of the company's research and development teams, Dr. Hava will oversee the advancement of clinical stage programs in addition to progressing their collaboration with Roche and select preclinical programs. Since joining Synlogic in 2020, Dr. Hava has served as Chief Scientific Officer and led the research department with responsibilities including the advancement of SYNB1353 into clinical development as a potential treatment of homocystinuria (HCU) and SYNB2081 into IND-enabling studies as a potential treatment for gout; the oversight of research collaborations with Ginkgo Bioworks and Roche; and leadership of Synlogic's preclinical activities in immunology. Dr. Hava joined Synlogic with 16 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry leading platform and drug development programs, with roles including Chief Scientific Officer at Metera Pharmaceuticals and Pulmatrix Inc., where he led research, development, and clinical teams.