BUILDING THE INFRASTRUCTURE FOR SPECIALTY DERMATOLOGY • FLAGSHIP CLINICAL CENTER NOW OPEN IN BROOKLYN • MEET THE TONO TEAM AT UCA 2026 IN CHICAGO

BUILDING THE INFRASTRUCTURE FOR SPECIALTY DERMATOLOGY • FLAGSHIP CLINICAL CENTER NOW OPEN IN BROOKLYN • MEET THE TONO TEAM AT UCA 2026 IN CHICAGO

BUILDING THE INFRASTRUCTURE FOR SPECIALTY DERMATOLOGY • FLAGSHIP CLINICAL CENTER NOW OPEN IN BROOKLYN • MEET THE TONO TEAM AT UCA 2026 IN CHICAGO

BUILDING THE INFRASTRUCTURE FOR SPECIALTY DERMATOLOGY • FLAGSHIP CLINICAL CENTER NOW OPEN IN BROOKLYN • MEET THE TONO TEAM AT UCA 2026 IN CHICAGO

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Expand dermatology capacity and access subspecialty expertise through Tono’s national physician network and clinical platform.

Supportive Oncodermatology → Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) →

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Expand dermatology capacity and access subspecialty expertise through Tono’s national physician network and clinical platform.

Supportive Oncodermatology → Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) →

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A legacy of excellence in medicine

A lineage of physicians, scientists, and innovators whose work expanded what medicine could achieve, and helped shape the vision behind Tono.

Every generation inherits the standard.

Every generation inherits the standard.

Tono emerged from the purest ideals of medicine, shaped by mentors who were Nobel Laureates, Lasker Award winners, and pioneers who redefined what medicine could achieve. They didn't just pass down knowledge. They passed down a responsibility: advance medicine for humanity. Every generation raises the standard.

The mentors taught us how to think.

TONO MENTOR
The Godfather of Biologics: Innovation & Grit
Dr. Michael Potter
NIH Legend • Lasker Award Winner • Architect of Modern Biologics

The Story:
Dr. Michael Potter’s pioneering research on B cells helped lay the scientific foundation for modern biologic therapies and precision oncology. A recipient of the Lasker Award and one of the most respected investigators in the history of the National Institutes of Health, his work reshaped how scientists understand the immune system and its role in disease.
During Dr. Ghias’s time at the NIH, Dr. Potter’s mentorship left a lasting impression, instilling the belief that true breakthroughs require intellectual courage, rigorous thinking, and the willingness to pursue difficult questions with discipline and persistence.

The Lesson:   Grit. Courage.
Build what does not yet exist.
TONO MENTOR
The Global Scientist: Humanity & Vision
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar  
Scientist • Global Citizen • Humanist

The Story:
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar was a virologist whose work at the National Institutes of Health and the National Cancer Institute contributed to advances in the understanding of HIV and Hepatitis C. Born in Tehran, her devotion to science and curiosity about the world led her first to laboratories in the south of France and later to the United States, where she worked at institutions including Johns Hopkins and the NIH/NCI.
An accomplished scientist and devoted mother, she instilled in her daughter, Dr. Mondana Ghias, a deep respect for scientific inquiry and the conviction that rigorous thinking and global collaboration can transform human health.

The Lesson:   Think globally. Work with the best minds. Let science serve humanity.
TONO MENTOR
The Olympian
Dr Steven Cohen:
Dermatology Luminary • Olympian Medalist • Pioneer in Hidradenitis Suppurativa

The Story:
Dr. Steven Cohen is a renowned dermatologist whose work laid the foundations for today’s biologics in hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). An Olympian medalist and scientific leader, he trained Dr. Ghias as a fellow, instilling in her the discipline to think creatively and to fight for every patient without compromise. Together, their research was recognized by JAAD as one of the top three game-changing studies in dermatology.

The Lesson:   Mastery demands discipline. Think boldly. Fight for every patient.
TONO MENTOR
The Nobel Laureate: Discovery & Patience
Dr. Paul Greengard   
Nobel Laurette • Pioneering Neuroscientist • Rockefeller University Legend

The Story:
Dr. Paul Greengard’s Nobel Prize–winning discoveries transformed neuroscience by revealing how brain cells communicate, opening entirely new paths for understanding disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease. At Rockefeller University, his laboratory became one of the world’s leading centers for the study of cellular signaling in the brain.
Working in Dr. Greengard’s lab, Dr. Ghias collaborated with his team on research that advanced the field while witnessing firsthand the discipline of careful, patient science, the kind of work through which enduring discoveries are made.

The Lesson:   Curiosity. Patience. Breakthroughs that endure.
TONO MENTOR
The Godfather of Biologics: Innovation & Grit
Dr. Michael Potter
NIH Legend • Lasker Award Winner • Architect of Modern Biologics

The Story:
Dr. Michael Potter’s pioneering research on B cells helped lay the scientific foundation for modern biologic therapies and precision oncology. A recipient of the Lasker Award and one of the most respected investigators in the history of the National Institutes of Health, his work reshaped how scientists understand the immune system and its role in disease.
During Dr. Ghias’s time at the NIH, Dr. Potter’s mentorship left a lasting impression, instilling the belief that true breakthroughs require intellectual courage, rigorous thinking, and the willingness to pursue difficult questions with discipline and persistence.

The Lesson:   Grit. Courage.
Build what does not yet exist.
TONO MENTOR
The Global Scientist: Humanity & Vision
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar  
Scientist • Global Citizen • Humanist

The Story:
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar was a virologist whose work at the National Institutes of Health and the National Cancer Institute contributed to advances in the understanding of HIV and Hepatitis C. Born in Tehran, her devotion to science and curiosity about the world led her first to laboratories in the south of France and later to the United States, where she worked at institutions including Johns Hopkins and the NIH/NCI.
An accomplished scientist and devoted mother, she instilled in her daughter, Dr. Mondana Ghias, a deep respect for scientific inquiry and the conviction that rigorous thinking and global collaboration can transform human health.

The Lesson:   Think globally. Work with the best minds. Let science serve humanity.
TONO MENTOR
The Olympian
Dr Steven Cohen:
Dermatology Luminary • Olympian Medalist • Pioneer in Hidradenitis Suppurativa

The Story:
Dr. Steven Cohen is a renowned dermatologist whose work laid the foundations for today’s biologics in hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). An Olympian medalist and scientific leader, he trained Dr. Ghias as a fellow, instilling in her the discipline to think creatively and to fight for every patient without compromise. Together, their research was recognized by JAAD as one of the top three game-changing studies in dermatology.

The Lesson:   Mastery demands discipline. Think boldly. Fight for every patient.
TONO MENTOR
The Nobel Laureate: Discovery & Patience
Dr. Paul Greengard   
Nobel Laurette • Pioneering Neuroscientist • Rockefeller University Legend

The Story:
Dr. Paul Greengard’s Nobel Prize–winning discoveries transformed neuroscience by revealing how brain cells communicate, opening entirely new paths for understanding disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease. At Rockefeller University, his laboratory became one of the world’s leading centers for the study of cellular signaling in the brain.
Working in Dr. Greengard’s lab, Dr. Ghias collaborated with his team on research that advanced the field while witnessing firsthand the discipline of careful, patient science, the kind of work through which enduring discoveries are made.

The Lesson:   Curiosity. Patience. Breakthroughs that endure.
TONO MENTOR
The Godfather of Biologics: Innovation & Grit
Dr. Michael Potter
NIH Legend • Lasker Award Winner • Architect of Modern Biologics

The Story:
Dr. Michael Potter’s pioneering research on B cells helped lay the scientific foundation for modern biologic therapies and precision oncology. A recipient of the Lasker Award and one of the most respected investigators in the history of the National Institutes of Health, his work reshaped how scientists understand the immune system and its role in disease.
During Dr. Ghias’s time at the NIH, Dr. Potter’s mentorship left a lasting impression, instilling the belief that true breakthroughs require intellectual courage, rigorous thinking, and the willingness to pursue difficult questions with discipline and persistence.

The Lesson:   Grit. Courage.
Build what does not yet exist.
TONO MENTOR
The Global Scientist: Humanity & Vision
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar  
Scientist • Global Citizen • Humanist

The Story:
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar was a virologist whose work at the National Institutes of Health and the National Cancer Institute contributed to advances in the understanding of HIV and Hepatitis C. Born in Tehran, her devotion to science and curiosity about the world led her first to laboratories in the south of France and later to the United States, where she worked at institutions including Johns Hopkins and the NIH/NCI.
An accomplished scientist and devoted mother, she instilled in her daughter, Dr. Mondana Ghias, a deep respect for scientific inquiry and the conviction that rigorous thinking and global collaboration can transform human health.

The Lesson:   Think globally. Work with the best minds. Let science serve humanity.
TONO MENTOR
The Olympian
Dr Steven Cohen:
Dermatology Luminary • Olympian Medalist • Pioneer in Hidradenitis Suppurativa

The Story:
Dr. Steven Cohen is a renowned dermatologist whose work laid the foundations for today’s biologics in hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). An Olympian medalist and scientific leader, he trained Dr. Ghias as a fellow, instilling in her the discipline to think creatively and to fight for every patient without compromise. Together, their research was recognized by JAAD as one of the top three game-changing studies in dermatology.

The Lesson:   Mastery demands discipline. Think boldly. Fight for every patient.
TONO MENTOR
The Nobel Laureate: Discovery & Patience
Dr. Paul Greengard   
Nobel Laurette • Pioneering Neuroscientist • Rockefeller University Legend

The Story:
Dr. Paul Greengard’s Nobel Prize–winning discoveries transformed neuroscience by revealing how brain cells communicate, opening entirely new paths for understanding disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease. At Rockefeller University, his laboratory became one of the world’s leading centers for the study of cellular signaling in the brain.
Working in Dr. Greengard’s lab, Dr. Ghias collaborated with his team on research that advanced the field while witnessing firsthand the discipline of careful, patient science, the kind of work through which enduring discoveries are made.

The Lesson:   Curiosity. Patience. Breakthroughs that endure.
TONO MENTOR
The Godfather of Biologics: Innovation & Grit
Dr. Michael Potter
NIH Legend • Lasker Award Winner • Architect of Modern Biologics

The Story:
Dr. Michael Potter’s pioneering research on B cells helped lay the scientific foundation for modern biologic therapies and precision oncology. A recipient of the Lasker Award and one of the most respected investigators in the history of the National Institutes of Health, his work reshaped how scientists understand the immune system and its role in disease.
During Dr. Ghias’s time at the NIH, Dr. Potter’s mentorship left a lasting impression, instilling the belief that true breakthroughs require intellectual courage, rigorous thinking, and the willingness to pursue difficult questions with discipline and persistence.

The Lesson:   Grit. Courage.
Build what does not yet exist.
TONO MENTOR
The Global Scientist: Humanity & Vision
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar  
Scientist • Global Citizen • Humanist

The Story:
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar was a virologist whose work at the National Institutes of Health and the National Cancer Institute contributed to advances in the understanding of HIV and Hepatitis C. Born in Tehran, her devotion to science and curiosity about the world led her first to laboratories in the south of France and later to the United States, where she worked at institutions including Johns Hopkins and the NIH/NCI.
An accomplished scientist and devoted mother, she instilled in her daughter, Dr. Mondana Ghias, a deep respect for scientific inquiry and the conviction that rigorous thinking and global collaboration can transform human health.

The Lesson:   Think globally. Work with the best minds. Let science serve humanity.
TONO MENTOR
The Olympian
Dr Steven Cohen:
Dermatology Luminary • Olympian Medalist • Pioneer in Hidradenitis Suppurativa

The Story:
Dr. Steven Cohen is a renowned dermatologist whose work laid the foundations for today’s biologics in hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). An Olympian medalist and scientific leader, he trained Dr. Ghias as a fellow, instilling in her the discipline to think creatively and to fight for every patient without compromise. Together, their research was recognized by JAAD as one of the top three game-changing studies in dermatology.

The Lesson:   Mastery demands discipline. Think boldly. Fight for every patient.
TONO MENTOR
The Nobel Laureate: Discovery & Patience
Dr. Paul Greengard   
Nobel Laurette • Pioneering Neuroscientist • Rockefeller University Legend

The Story:
Dr. Paul Greengard’s Nobel Prize–winning discoveries transformed neuroscience by revealing how brain cells communicate, opening entirely new paths for understanding disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease. At Rockefeller University, his laboratory became one of the world’s leading centers for the study of cellular signaling in the brain.
Working in Dr. Greengard’s lab, Dr. Ghias collaborated with his team on research that advanced the field while witnessing firsthand the discipline of careful, patient science, the kind of work through which enduring discoveries are made.

The Lesson:   Curiosity. Patience. Breakthroughs that endure.

TONO MENTOR
The Godfather of Biologics: Innovation & Grit
Dr. Michael Potter
NIH Legend • Lasker Award Winner • Architect of Modern Biologics

The Story:
Dr. Michael Potter’s pioneering research on B cells helped lay the scientific foundation for modern biologic therapies and precision oncology. A recipient of the Lasker Award and one of the most respected investigators in the history of the National Institutes of Health, his work reshaped how scientists understand the immune system and its role in disease.
During Dr. Ghias’s time at the NIH, Dr. Potter’s mentorship left a lasting impression, instilling the belief that true breakthroughs require intellectual courage, rigorous thinking, and the willingness to pursue difficult questions with discipline and persistence.

The Lesson:   Grit. Courage.
Build what does not yet exist.
TONO MENTOR
The Global Scientist: Humanity & Vision
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar  
Scientist • Global Citizen • Humanist

The Story:
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar was a virologist whose work at the National Institutes of Health and the National Cancer Institute contributed to advances in the understanding of HIV and Hepatitis C. Born in Tehran, her devotion to science and curiosity about the world led her first to laboratories in the south of France and later to the United States, where she worked at institutions including Johns Hopkins and the NIH/NCI.
An accomplished scientist and devoted mother, she instilled in her daughter, Dr. Mondana Ghias, a deep respect for scientific inquiry and the conviction that rigorous thinking and global collaboration can transform human health.

The Lesson:   Think globally. Work with the best minds. Let science serve humanity.
TONO MENTOR
The Olympian
Dr Steven Cohen:
Dermatology Luminary • Olympian Medalist • Pioneer in Hidradenitis Suppurativa

The Story:
Dr. Steven Cohen is a renowned dermatologist whose work laid the foundations for today’s biologics in hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). An Olympian medalist and scientific leader, he trained Dr. Ghias as a fellow, instilling in her the discipline to think creatively and to fight for every patient without compromise. Together, their research was recognized by JAAD as one of the top three game-changing studies in dermatology.

The Lesson:   Mastery demands discipline. Think boldly. Fight for every patient.
TONO MENTOR
The Nobel Laureate: Discovery & Patience
Dr. Paul Greengard   
Nobel Laurette • Pioneering Neuroscientist • Rockefeller University Legend

The Story:
Dr. Paul Greengard’s Nobel Prize–winning discoveries transformed neuroscience by revealing how brain cells communicate, opening entirely new paths for understanding disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease. At Rockefeller University, his laboratory became one of the world’s leading centers for the study of cellular signaling in the brain.
Working in Dr. Greengard’s lab, Dr. Ghias collaborated with his team on research that advanced the field while witnessing firsthand the discipline of careful, patient science, the kind of work through which enduring discoveries are made.

The Lesson:   Curiosity. Patience. Breakthroughs that endure.
TONO MENTOR
The Godfather of Biologics: Innovation & Grit
Dr. Michael Potter
NIH Legend • Lasker Award Winner • Architect of Modern Biologics

The Story:
Dr. Michael Potter’s pioneering research on B cells helped lay the scientific foundation for modern biologic therapies and precision oncology. A recipient of the Lasker Award and one of the most respected investigators in the history of the National Institutes of Health, his work reshaped how scientists understand the immune system and its role in disease.
During Dr. Ghias’s time at the NIH, Dr. Potter’s mentorship left a lasting impression, instilling the belief that true breakthroughs require intellectual courage, rigorous thinking, and the willingness to pursue difficult questions with discipline and persistence.

The Lesson:   Grit. Courage.
Build what does not yet exist.
TONO MENTOR
The Global Scientist: Humanity & Vision
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar  
Scientist • Global Citizen • Humanist

The Story:
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar was a virologist whose work at the National Institutes of Health and the National Cancer Institute contributed to advances in the understanding of HIV and Hepatitis C. Born in Tehran, her devotion to science and curiosity about the world led her first to laboratories in the south of France and later to the United States, where she worked at institutions including Johns Hopkins and the NIH/NCI.
An accomplished scientist and devoted mother, she instilled in her daughter, Dr. Mondana Ghias, a deep respect for scientific inquiry and the conviction that rigorous thinking and global collaboration can transform human health.

The Lesson:   Think globally. Work with the best minds. Let science serve humanity.
TONO MENTOR
The Olympian
Dr Steven Cohen:
Dermatology Luminary • Olympian Medalist • Pioneer in Hidradenitis Suppurativa

The Story:
Dr. Steven Cohen is a renowned dermatologist whose work laid the foundations for today’s biologics in hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). An Olympian medalist and scientific leader, he trained Dr. Ghias as a fellow, instilling in her the discipline to think creatively and to fight for every patient without compromise. Together, their research was recognized by JAAD as one of the top three game-changing studies in dermatology.

The Lesson:   Mastery demands discipline. Think boldly. Fight for every patient.
TONO MENTOR
The Nobel Laureate: Discovery & Patience
Dr. Paul Greengard   
Nobel Laurette • Pioneering Neuroscientist • Rockefeller University Legend

The Story:
Dr. Paul Greengard’s Nobel Prize–winning discoveries transformed neuroscience by revealing how brain cells communicate, opening entirely new paths for understanding disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease. At Rockefeller University, his laboratory became one of the world’s leading centers for the study of cellular signaling in the brain.
Working in Dr. Greengard’s lab, Dr. Ghias collaborated with his team on research that advanced the field while witnessing firsthand the discipline of careful, patient science, the kind of work through which enduring discoveries are made.

The Lesson:   Curiosity. Patience. Breakthroughs that endure.
TONO MENTOR
The Godfather of Biologics: Innovation & Grit
Dr. Michael Potter
NIH Legend • Lasker Award Winner • Architect of Modern Biologics

The Story:
Dr. Michael Potter’s pioneering research on B cells helped lay the scientific foundation for modern biologic therapies and precision oncology. A recipient of the Lasker Award and one of the most respected investigators in the history of the National Institutes of Health, his work reshaped how scientists understand the immune system and its role in disease.
During Dr. Ghias’s time at the NIH, Dr. Potter’s mentorship left a lasting impression, instilling the belief that true breakthroughs require intellectual courage, rigorous thinking, and the willingness to pursue difficult questions with discipline and persistence.

The Lesson:   Grit. Courage.
Build what does not yet exist.
TONO MENTOR
The Global Scientist: Humanity & Vision
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar  
Scientist • Global Citizen • Humanist

The Story:
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar was a virologist whose work at the National Institutes of Health and the National Cancer Institute contributed to advances in the understanding of HIV and Hepatitis C. Born in Tehran, her devotion to science and curiosity about the world led her first to laboratories in the south of France and later to the United States, where she worked at institutions including Johns Hopkins and the NIH/NCI.
An accomplished scientist and devoted mother, she instilled in her daughter, Dr. Mondana Ghias, a deep respect for scientific inquiry and the conviction that rigorous thinking and global collaboration can transform human health.

The Lesson:   Think globally. Work with the best minds. Let science serve humanity.
TONO MENTOR
The Olympian
Dr Steven Cohen:
Dermatology Luminary • Olympian Medalist • Pioneer in Hidradenitis Suppurativa

The Story:
Dr. Steven Cohen is a renowned dermatologist whose work laid the foundations for today’s biologics in hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). An Olympian medalist and scientific leader, he trained Dr. Ghias as a fellow, instilling in her the discipline to think creatively and to fight for every patient without compromise. Together, their research was recognized by JAAD as one of the top three game-changing studies in dermatology.

The Lesson:   Mastery demands discipline. Think boldly. Fight for every patient.
TONO MENTOR
The Nobel Laureate: Discovery & Patience
Dr. Paul Greengard   
Nobel Laurette • Pioneering Neuroscientist • Rockefeller University Legend

The Story:
Dr. Paul Greengard’s Nobel Prize–winning discoveries transformed neuroscience by revealing how brain cells communicate, opening entirely new paths for understanding disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease. At Rockefeller University, his laboratory became one of the world’s leading centers for the study of cellular signaling in the brain.
Working in Dr. Greengard’s lab, Dr. Ghias collaborated with his team on research that advanced the field while witnessing firsthand the discipline of careful, patient science, the kind of work through which enduring discoveries are made.

The Lesson:   Curiosity. Patience. Breakthroughs that endure.
TONO MENTOR
The Godfather of Biologics: Innovation & Grit
Dr. Michael Potter
NIH Legend • Lasker Award Winner • Architect of Modern Biologics

The Story:
Dr. Michael Potter’s pioneering research on B cells helped lay the scientific foundation for modern biologic therapies and precision oncology. A recipient of the Lasker Award and one of the most respected investigators in the history of the National Institutes of Health, his work reshaped how scientists understand the immune system and its role in disease.
During Dr. Ghias’s time at the NIH, Dr. Potter’s mentorship left a lasting impression, instilling the belief that true breakthroughs require intellectual courage, rigorous thinking, and the willingness to pursue difficult questions with discipline and persistence.

The Lesson:   Grit. Courage.
Build what does not yet exist.
TONO MENTOR
The Global Scientist: Humanity & Vision
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar  
Scientist • Global Citizen • Humanist

The Story:
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar was a virologist whose work at the National Institutes of Health and the National Cancer Institute contributed to advances in the understanding of HIV and Hepatitis C. Born in Tehran, her devotion to science and curiosity about the world led her first to laboratories in the south of France and later to the United States, where she worked at institutions including Johns Hopkins and the NIH/NCI.
An accomplished scientist and devoted mother, she instilled in her daughter, Dr. Mondana Ghias, a deep respect for scientific inquiry and the conviction that rigorous thinking and global collaboration can transform human health.

The Lesson:   Think globally. Work with the best minds. Let science serve humanity.
TONO MENTOR
The Olympian
Dr Steven Cohen:
Dermatology Luminary • Olympian Medalist • Pioneer in Hidradenitis Suppurativa

The Story:
Dr. Steven Cohen is a renowned dermatologist whose work laid the foundations for today’s biologics in hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). An Olympian medalist and scientific leader, he trained Dr. Ghias as a fellow, instilling in her the discipline to think creatively and to fight for every patient without compromise. Together, their research was recognized by JAAD as one of the top three game-changing studies in dermatology.

The Lesson:   Mastery demands discipline. Think boldly. Fight for every patient.
TONO MENTOR
The Nobel Laureate: Discovery & Patience
Dr. Paul Greengard   
Nobel Laurette • Pioneering Neuroscientist • Rockefeller University Legend

The Story:
Dr. Paul Greengard’s Nobel Prize–winning discoveries transformed neuroscience by revealing how brain cells communicate, opening entirely new paths for understanding disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease. At Rockefeller University, his laboratory became one of the world’s leading centers for the study of cellular signaling in the brain.
Working in Dr. Greengard’s lab, Dr. Ghias collaborated with his team on research that advanced the field while witnessing firsthand the discipline of careful, patient science, the kind of work through which enduring discoveries are made.

The Lesson:   Curiosity. Patience. Breakthroughs that endure.

TONO MENTOR
The Godfather of Biologics: Innovation & Grit
Dr. Michael Potter
NIH Legend • Lasker Award Winner • Architect of Modern Biologics

The Story:
Dr. Michael Potter’s pioneering research on B cells helped lay the scientific foundation for modern biologic therapies and precision oncology. A recipient of the Lasker Award and one of the most respected investigators in the history of the National Institutes of Health, his work reshaped how scientists understand the immune system and its role in disease.
During Dr. Ghias’s time at the NIH, Dr. Potter’s mentorship left a lasting impression, instilling the belief that true breakthroughs require intellectual courage, rigorous thinking, and the willingness to pursue difficult questions with discipline and persistence.

The Lesson:   Grit. Courage.
Build what does not yet exist.
TONO MENTOR
The Global Scientist: Humanity & Vision
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar  
Scientist • Global Citizen • Humanist

The Story:
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar was a virologist whose work at the National Institutes of Health and the National Cancer Institute contributed to advances in the understanding of HIV and Hepatitis C. Born in Tehran, her devotion to science and curiosity about the world led her first to laboratories in the south of France and later to the United States, where she worked at institutions including Johns Hopkins and the NIH/NCI.
An accomplished scientist and devoted mother, she instilled in her daughter, Dr. Mondana Ghias, a deep respect for scientific inquiry and the conviction that rigorous thinking and global collaboration can transform human health.

The Lesson:   Think globally. Work with the best minds. Let science serve humanity.
TONO MENTOR
The Olympian
Dr Steven Cohen:
Dermatology Luminary • Olympian Medalist • Pioneer in Hidradenitis Suppurativa

The Story:
Dr. Steven Cohen is a renowned dermatologist whose work laid the foundations for today’s biologics in hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). An Olympian medalist and scientific leader, he trained Dr. Ghias as a fellow, instilling in her the discipline to think creatively and to fight for every patient without compromise. Together, their research was recognized by JAAD as one of the top three game-changing studies in dermatology.

The Lesson:   Mastery demands discipline. Think boldly. Fight for every patient.
TONO MENTOR
The Nobel Laureate: Discovery & Patience
Dr. Paul Greengard   
Nobel Laurette • Pioneering Neuroscientist • Rockefeller University Legend

The Story:
Dr. Paul Greengard’s Nobel Prize–winning discoveries transformed neuroscience by revealing how brain cells communicate, opening entirely new paths for understanding disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease. At Rockefeller University, his laboratory became one of the world’s leading centers for the study of cellular signaling in the brain.
Working in Dr. Greengard’s lab, Dr. Ghias collaborated with his team on research that advanced the field while witnessing firsthand the discipline of careful, patient science, the kind of work through which enduring discoveries are made.

The Lesson:   Curiosity. Patience. Breakthroughs that endure.
TONO MENTOR
The Godfather of Biologics: Innovation & Grit
Dr. Michael Potter
NIH Legend • Lasker Award Winner • Architect of Modern Biologics

The Story:
Dr. Michael Potter’s pioneering research on B cells helped lay the scientific foundation for modern biologic therapies and precision oncology. A recipient of the Lasker Award and one of the most respected investigators in the history of the National Institutes of Health, his work reshaped how scientists understand the immune system and its role in disease.
During Dr. Ghias’s time at the NIH, Dr. Potter’s mentorship left a lasting impression, instilling the belief that true breakthroughs require intellectual courage, rigorous thinking, and the willingness to pursue difficult questions with discipline and persistence.

The Lesson:   Grit. Courage.
Build what does not yet exist.
TONO MENTOR
The Global Scientist: Humanity & Vision
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar  
Scientist • Global Citizen • Humanist

The Story:
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar was a virologist whose work at the National Institutes of Health and the National Cancer Institute contributed to advances in the understanding of HIV and Hepatitis C. Born in Tehran, her devotion to science and curiosity about the world led her first to laboratories in the south of France and later to the United States, where she worked at institutions including Johns Hopkins and the NIH/NCI.
An accomplished scientist and devoted mother, she instilled in her daughter, Dr. Mondana Ghias, a deep respect for scientific inquiry and the conviction that rigorous thinking and global collaboration can transform human health.

The Lesson:   Think globally. Work with the best minds. Let science serve humanity.
TONO MENTOR
The Olympian
Dr Steven Cohen:
Dermatology Luminary • Olympian Medalist • Pioneer in Hidradenitis Suppurativa

The Story:
Dr. Steven Cohen is a renowned dermatologist whose work laid the foundations for today’s biologics in hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). An Olympian medalist and scientific leader, he trained Dr. Ghias as a fellow, instilling in her the discipline to think creatively and to fight for every patient without compromise. Together, their research was recognized by JAAD as one of the top three game-changing studies in dermatology.

The Lesson:   Mastery demands discipline. Think boldly. Fight for every patient.
TONO MENTOR
The Nobel Laureate: Discovery & Patience
Dr. Paul Greengard   
Nobel Laurette • Pioneering Neuroscientist • Rockefeller University Legend

The Story:
Dr. Paul Greengard’s Nobel Prize–winning discoveries transformed neuroscience by revealing how brain cells communicate, opening entirely new paths for understanding disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease. At Rockefeller University, his laboratory became one of the world’s leading centers for the study of cellular signaling in the brain.
Working in Dr. Greengard’s lab, Dr. Ghias collaborated with his team on research that advanced the field while witnessing firsthand the discipline of careful, patient science, the kind of work through which enduring discoveries are made.

The Lesson:   Curiosity. Patience. Breakthroughs that endure.
TONO MENTOR
The Godfather of Biologics: Innovation & Grit
Dr. Michael Potter
NIH Legend • Lasker Award Winner • Architect of Modern Biologics

The Story:
Dr. Michael Potter’s pioneering research on B cells helped lay the scientific foundation for modern biologic therapies and precision oncology. A recipient of the Lasker Award and one of the most respected investigators in the history of the National Institutes of Health, his work reshaped how scientists understand the immune system and its role in disease.
During Dr. Ghias’s time at the NIH, Dr. Potter’s mentorship left a lasting impression, instilling the belief that true breakthroughs require intellectual courage, rigorous thinking, and the willingness to pursue difficult questions with discipline and persistence.

The Lesson:   Grit. Courage.
Build what does not yet exist.
TONO MENTOR
The Global Scientist: Humanity & Vision
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar  
Scientist • Global Citizen • Humanist

The Story:
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar was a virologist whose work at the National Institutes of Health and the National Cancer Institute contributed to advances in the understanding of HIV and Hepatitis C. Born in Tehran, her devotion to science and curiosity about the world led her first to laboratories in the south of France and later to the United States, where she worked at institutions including Johns Hopkins and the NIH/NCI.
An accomplished scientist and devoted mother, she instilled in her daughter, Dr. Mondana Ghias, a deep respect for scientific inquiry and the conviction that rigorous thinking and global collaboration can transform human health.

The Lesson:   Think globally. Work with the best minds. Let science serve humanity.
TONO MENTOR
The Olympian
Dr Steven Cohen:
Dermatology Luminary • Olympian Medalist • Pioneer in Hidradenitis Suppurativa

The Story:
Dr. Steven Cohen is a renowned dermatologist whose work laid the foundations for today’s biologics in hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). An Olympian medalist and scientific leader, he trained Dr. Ghias as a fellow, instilling in her the discipline to think creatively and to fight for every patient without compromise. Together, their research was recognized by JAAD as one of the top three game-changing studies in dermatology.

The Lesson:   Mastery demands discipline. Think boldly. Fight for every patient.
TONO MENTOR
The Nobel Laureate: Discovery & Patience
Dr. Paul Greengard   
Nobel Laurette • Pioneering Neuroscientist • Rockefeller University Legend

The Story:
Dr. Paul Greengard’s Nobel Prize–winning discoveries transformed neuroscience by revealing how brain cells communicate, opening entirely new paths for understanding disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease. At Rockefeller University, his laboratory became one of the world’s leading centers for the study of cellular signaling in the brain.
Working in Dr. Greengard’s lab, Dr. Ghias collaborated with his team on research that advanced the field while witnessing firsthand the discipline of careful, patient science, the kind of work through which enduring discoveries are made.

The Lesson:   Curiosity. Patience. Breakthroughs that endure.
TONO MENTOR
The Godfather of Biologics: Innovation & Grit
Dr. Michael Potter
NIH Legend • Lasker Award Winner • Architect of Modern Biologics

The Story:
Dr. Michael Potter’s pioneering research on B cells helped lay the scientific foundation for modern biologic therapies and precision oncology. A recipient of the Lasker Award and one of the most respected investigators in the history of the National Institutes of Health, his work reshaped how scientists understand the immune system and its role in disease.
During Dr. Ghias’s time at the NIH, Dr. Potter’s mentorship left a lasting impression, instilling the belief that true breakthroughs require intellectual courage, rigorous thinking, and the willingness to pursue difficult questions with discipline and persistence.

The Lesson:   Grit. Courage.
Build what does not yet exist.
TONO MENTOR
The Global Scientist: Humanity & Vision
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar  
Scientist • Global Citizen • Humanist

The Story:
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar was a virologist whose work at the National Institutes of Health and the National Cancer Institute contributed to advances in the understanding of HIV and Hepatitis C. Born in Tehran, her devotion to science and curiosity about the world led her first to laboratories in the south of France and later to the United States, where she worked at institutions including Johns Hopkins and the NIH/NCI.
An accomplished scientist and devoted mother, she instilled in her daughter, Dr. Mondana Ghias, a deep respect for scientific inquiry and the conviction that rigorous thinking and global collaboration can transform human health.

The Lesson:   Think globally. Work with the best minds. Let science serve humanity.
TONO MENTOR
The Olympian
Dr Steven Cohen:
Dermatology Luminary • Olympian Medalist • Pioneer in Hidradenitis Suppurativa

The Story:
Dr. Steven Cohen is a renowned dermatologist whose work laid the foundations for today’s biologics in hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). An Olympian medalist and scientific leader, he trained Dr. Ghias as a fellow, instilling in her the discipline to think creatively and to fight for every patient without compromise. Together, their research was recognized by JAAD as one of the top three game-changing studies in dermatology.

The Lesson:   Mastery demands discipline. Think boldly. Fight for every patient.
TONO MENTOR
The Nobel Laureate: Discovery & Patience
Dr. Paul Greengard   
Nobel Laurette • Pioneering Neuroscientist • Rockefeller University Legend

The Story:
Dr. Paul Greengard’s Nobel Prize–winning discoveries transformed neuroscience by revealing how brain cells communicate, opening entirely new paths for understanding disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease. At Rockefeller University, his laboratory became one of the world’s leading centers for the study of cellular signaling in the brain.
Working in Dr. Greengard’s lab, Dr. Ghias collaborated with his team on research that advanced the field while witnessing firsthand the discipline of careful, patient science, the kind of work through which enduring discoveries are made.

The Lesson:   Curiosity. Patience. Breakthroughs that endure.

TONO MENTOR
The Olympian
Dr Steven Cohen:
Dermatology Luminary • Olympian Medalist • Pioneer in Hidradenitis Suppurativa

The Story:
Dr. Steven Cohen is a renowned dermatologist whose work laid the foundations for today’s biologics in hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). An Olympian medalist and scientific leader, he trained Dr. Ghias as a fellow, instilling in her the discipline to think creatively and to fight for every patient without compromise. Together, their research was recognized by JAAD as one of the top three game-changing studies in dermatology.

The Lesson:   Mastery demands discipline. Think boldly. Fight for every patient.
TONO MENTOR
The Global Scientist
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar  
Scientist • Global Citizen • Humanist

The Story:
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar was a scientist at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and its National Cancer Institute (NCI), where she contributed to breakthroughs in HIV and Hepatitis C. Originally from Tehran, her pure love of science and determination to collaborate with the world’s leading minds led her first to the south of France and later to the United States, where she worked at esteemed institutions including Johns Hopkins and the NIH/NCI. An accomplished virologist and devoted mother, she poured her passion into supporting her daughter, Dr. Mondana Ghias, instilling not only a love of science, but also a belief in the power of fierce women to shape the future.

The Lesson:   Be global. Work with the best. Let science serve humanity.
TONO MENTOR
The Godfather of Biologics
Dr. Michael Potter:
NIH Legend • Lasker Award Winner • Architect of Modern Biologics

The Story:
Dr. Michael Potter’s pioneering research on B cells laid the groundwork for biologics and today’s precision oncology. Considered by many as the “Godfather of Biologics,” his mentorship during Dr. Ghias at the NIH shaped her relentless approach to innovation. Knowing that that true breakthroughs demand courage, doing the hard work yourself, with rigor and vision.

The Lesson:   Grit, Courage, Forge the change.
TONO MENTOR
The Nobel Laurette
Dr. Paul Greengard   Nobel Laurette • Pioneering neuroscientist • Rockefeller University legend

The Story:
Dr. Paul Greengard’s Nobel Prize winning discoveries transformed neuroscience, revealing how brain cells communicate and inspiring new approaches to Alzheimer’s disease. In his Rockefeller University lab, Dr. Ghias worked alongside him and his team, publishing research that advanced the field and learning firsthand the discipline of patient, exacting science.

The Lesson:   Curiosity. Patience. Breakthroughs that last.
TONO MENTOR
The Olympian
Dr Steven Cohen:
Dermatology Luminary • Olympian Medalist • Pioneer in Hidradenitis Suppurativa

The Story:
Dr. Steven Cohen is a renowned dermatologist whose work laid the foundations for today’s biologics in hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). An Olympian medalist and scientific leader, he trained Dr. Ghias as a fellow, instilling in her the discipline to think creatively and to fight for every patient without compromise. Together, their research was recognized by JAAD as one of the top three game-changing studies in dermatology.

The Lesson:   Mastery demands discipline. Think boldly. Fight for every patient.
TONO MENTOR
The Global Scientist
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar  
Scientist • Global Citizen • Humanist

The Story:
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar was a scientist at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and its National Cancer Institute (NCI), where she contributed to breakthroughs in HIV and Hepatitis C. Originally from Tehran, her pure love of science and determination to collaborate with the world’s leading minds led her first to the south of France and later to the United States, where she worked at esteemed institutions including Johns Hopkins and the NIH/NCI. An accomplished virologist and devoted mother, she poured her passion into supporting her daughter, Dr. Mondana Ghias, instilling not only a love of science, but also a belief in the power of fierce women to shape the future.

The Lesson:   Be global. Work with the best. Let science serve humanity.
TONO MENTOR
The Godfather of Biologics
Dr. Michael Potter:
NIH Legend • Lasker Award Winner • Architect of Modern Biologics

The Story:
Dr. Michael Potter’s pioneering research on B cells laid the groundwork for biologics and today’s precision oncology. Considered by many as the “Godfather of Biologics,” his mentorship during Dr. Ghias at the NIH shaped her relentless approach to innovation. Knowing that that true breakthroughs demand courage, doing the hard work yourself, with rigor and vision.

The Lesson:   Grit, Courage, Forge the change.
TONO MENTOR
The Nobel Laurette
Dr. Paul Greengard   Nobel Laurette • Pioneering neuroscientist • Rockefeller University legend

The Story:
Dr. Paul Greengard’s Nobel Prize winning discoveries transformed neuroscience, revealing how brain cells communicate and inspiring new approaches to Alzheimer’s disease. In his Rockefeller University lab, Dr. Ghias worked alongside him and his team, publishing research that advanced the field and learning firsthand the discipline of patient, exacting science.

The Lesson:   Curiosity. Patience. Breakthroughs that last.
TONO MENTOR
The Olympian
Dr Steven Cohen:
Dermatology Luminary • Olympian Medalist • Pioneer in Hidradenitis Suppurativa

The Story:
Dr. Steven Cohen is a renowned dermatologist whose work laid the foundations for today’s biologics in hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). An Olympian medalist and scientific leader, he trained Dr. Ghias as a fellow, instilling in her the discipline to think creatively and to fight for every patient without compromise. Together, their research was recognized by JAAD as one of the top three game-changing studies in dermatology.

The Lesson:   Mastery demands discipline. Think boldly. Fight for every patient.
TONO MENTOR
The Global Scientist
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar  
Scientist • Global Citizen • Humanist

The Story:
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar was a scientist at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and its National Cancer Institute (NCI), where she contributed to breakthroughs in HIV and Hepatitis C. Originally from Tehran, her pure love of science and determination to collaborate with the world’s leading minds led her first to the south of France and later to the United States, where she worked at esteemed institutions including Johns Hopkins and the NIH/NCI. An accomplished virologist and devoted mother, she poured her passion into supporting her daughter, Dr. Mondana Ghias, instilling not only a love of science, but also a belief in the power of fierce women to shape the future.

The Lesson:   Be global. Work with the best. Let science serve humanity.
TONO MENTOR
The Godfather of Biologics
Dr. Michael Potter:
NIH Legend • Lasker Award Winner • Architect of Modern Biologics

The Story:
Dr. Michael Potter’s pioneering research on B cells laid the groundwork for biologics and today’s precision oncology. Considered by many as the “Godfather of Biologics,” his mentorship during Dr. Ghias at the NIH shaped her relentless approach to innovation. Knowing that that true breakthroughs demand courage, doing the hard work yourself, with rigor and vision.

The Lesson:   Grit, Courage, Forge the change.
TONO MENTOR
The Nobel Laurette
Dr. Paul Greengard   Nobel Laurette • Pioneering neuroscientist • Rockefeller University legend

The Story:
Dr. Paul Greengard’s Nobel Prize winning discoveries transformed neuroscience, revealing how brain cells communicate and inspiring new approaches to Alzheimer’s disease. In his Rockefeller University lab, Dr. Ghias worked alongside him and his team, publishing research that advanced the field and learning firsthand the discipline of patient, exacting science.

The Lesson:   Curiosity. Patience. Breakthroughs that last.
TONO MENTOR
The Olympian
Dr Steven Cohen:
Dermatology Luminary • Olympian Medalist • Pioneer in Hidradenitis Suppurativa

The Story:
Dr. Steven Cohen is a renowned dermatologist whose work laid the foundations for today’s biologics in hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). An Olympian medalist and scientific leader, he trained Dr. Ghias as a fellow, instilling in her the discipline to think creatively and to fight for every patient without compromise. Together, their research was recognized by JAAD as one of the top three game-changing studies in dermatology.

The Lesson:   Mastery demands discipline. Think boldly. Fight for every patient.
TONO MENTOR
The Global Scientist
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar  
Scientist • Global Citizen • Humanist

The Story:
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar was a scientist at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and its National Cancer Institute (NCI), where she contributed to breakthroughs in HIV and Hepatitis C. Originally from Tehran, her pure love of science and determination to collaborate with the world’s leading minds led her first to the south of France and later to the United States, where she worked at esteemed institutions including Johns Hopkins and the NIH/NCI. An accomplished virologist and devoted mother, she poured her passion into supporting her daughter, Dr. Mondana Ghias, instilling not only a love of science, but also a belief in the power of fierce women to shape the future.

The Lesson:   Be global. Work with the best. Let science serve humanity.
TONO MENTOR
The Godfather of Biologics
Dr. Michael Potter:
NIH Legend • Lasker Award Winner • Architect of Modern Biologics

The Story:
Dr. Michael Potter’s pioneering research on B cells laid the groundwork for biologics and today’s precision oncology. Considered by many as the “Godfather of Biologics,” his mentorship during Dr. Ghias at the NIH shaped her relentless approach to innovation. Knowing that that true breakthroughs demand courage, doing the hard work yourself, with rigor and vision.

The Lesson:   Grit, Courage, Forge the change.
TONO MENTOR
The Nobel Laurette
Dr. Paul Greengard   Nobel Laurette • Pioneering neuroscientist • Rockefeller University legend

The Story:
Dr. Paul Greengard’s Nobel Prize winning discoveries transformed neuroscience, revealing how brain cells communicate and inspiring new approaches to Alzheimer’s disease. In his Rockefeller University lab, Dr. Ghias worked alongside him and his team, publishing research that advanced the field and learning firsthand the discipline of patient, exacting science.

The Lesson:   Curiosity. Patience. Breakthroughs that last.

TONO MENTOR
The Olympian
Dr Steven Cohen:
Dermatology Luminary • Olympian Medalist • Pioneer in Hidradenitis Suppurativa

The Story:
Dr. Steven Cohen is a renowned dermatologist whose work laid the foundations for today’s biologics in hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). An Olympian medalist and scientific leader, he trained Dr. Ghias as a fellow, instilling in her the discipline to think creatively and to fight for every patient without compromise. Together, their research was recognized by JAAD as one of the top three game-changing studies in dermatology.

The Lesson:   Mastery demands discipline. Think boldly. Fight for every patient.
TONO MENTOR
The Global Scientist
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar  
Scientist • Global Citizen • Humanist

The Story:
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar was a scientist at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and its National Cancer Institute (NCI), where she contributed to breakthroughs in HIV and Hepatitis C. Originally from Tehran, her pure love of science and determination to collaborate with the world’s leading minds led her first to the south of France and later to the United States, where she worked at esteemed institutions including Johns Hopkins and the NIH/NCI. An accomplished virologist and devoted mother, she poured her passion into supporting her daughter, Dr. Mondana Ghias, instilling not only a love of science, but also a belief in the power of fierce women to shape the future.

The Lesson:   Be global. Work with the best. Let science serve humanity.
TONO MENTOR
The Godfather of Biologics
Dr. Michael Potter:
NIH Legend • Lasker Award Winner • Architect of Modern Biologics

The Story:
Dr. Michael Potter’s pioneering research on B cells laid the groundwork for biologics and today’s precision oncology. Considered by many as the “Godfather of Biologics,” his mentorship during Dr. Ghias at the NIH shaped her relentless approach to innovation. Knowing that that true breakthroughs demand courage, doing the hard work yourself, with rigor and vision.

The Lesson:   Grit, Courage, Forge the change.
TONO MENTOR
The Nobel Laurette
Dr. Paul Greengard   Nobel Laurette • Pioneering neuroscientist • Rockefeller University legend

The Story:
Dr. Paul Greengard’s Nobel Prize winning discoveries transformed neuroscience, revealing how brain cells communicate and inspiring new approaches to Alzheimer’s disease. In his Rockefeller University lab, Dr. Ghias worked alongside him and his team, publishing research that advanced the field and learning firsthand the discipline of patient, exacting science.

The Lesson:   Curiosity. Patience. Breakthroughs that last.
TONO MENTOR
The Olympian
Dr Steven Cohen:
Dermatology Luminary • Olympian Medalist • Pioneer in Hidradenitis Suppurativa

The Story:
Dr. Steven Cohen is a renowned dermatologist whose work laid the foundations for today’s biologics in hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). An Olympian medalist and scientific leader, he trained Dr. Ghias as a fellow, instilling in her the discipline to think creatively and to fight for every patient without compromise. Together, their research was recognized by JAAD as one of the top three game-changing studies in dermatology.

The Lesson:   Mastery demands discipline. Think boldly. Fight for every patient.
TONO MENTOR
The Global Scientist
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar  
Scientist • Global Citizen • Humanist

The Story:
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar was a scientist at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and its National Cancer Institute (NCI), where she contributed to breakthroughs in HIV and Hepatitis C. Originally from Tehran, her pure love of science and determination to collaborate with the world’s leading minds led her first to the south of France and later to the United States, where she worked at esteemed institutions including Johns Hopkins and the NIH/NCI. An accomplished virologist and devoted mother, she poured her passion into supporting her daughter, Dr. Mondana Ghias, instilling not only a love of science, but also a belief in the power of fierce women to shape the future.

The Lesson:   Be global. Work with the best. Let science serve humanity.
TONO MENTOR
The Godfather of Biologics
Dr. Michael Potter:
NIH Legend • Lasker Award Winner • Architect of Modern Biologics

The Story:
Dr. Michael Potter’s pioneering research on B cells laid the groundwork for biologics and today’s precision oncology. Considered by many as the “Godfather of Biologics,” his mentorship during Dr. Ghias at the NIH shaped her relentless approach to innovation. Knowing that that true breakthroughs demand courage, doing the hard work yourself, with rigor and vision.

The Lesson:   Grit, Courage, Forge the change.
TONO MENTOR
The Nobel Laurette
Dr. Paul Greengard   Nobel Laurette • Pioneering neuroscientist • Rockefeller University legend

The Story:
Dr. Paul Greengard’s Nobel Prize winning discoveries transformed neuroscience, revealing how brain cells communicate and inspiring new approaches to Alzheimer’s disease. In his Rockefeller University lab, Dr. Ghias worked alongside him and his team, publishing research that advanced the field and learning firsthand the discipline of patient, exacting science.

The Lesson:   Curiosity. Patience. Breakthroughs that last.
TONO MENTOR
The Olympian
Dr Steven Cohen:
Dermatology Luminary • Olympian Medalist • Pioneer in Hidradenitis Suppurativa

The Story:
Dr. Steven Cohen is a renowned dermatologist whose work laid the foundations for today’s biologics in hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). An Olympian medalist and scientific leader, he trained Dr. Ghias as a fellow, instilling in her the discipline to think creatively and to fight for every patient without compromise. Together, their research was recognized by JAAD as one of the top three game-changing studies in dermatology.

The Lesson:   Mastery demands discipline. Think boldly. Fight for every patient.
TONO MENTOR
The Global Scientist
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar  
Scientist • Global Citizen • Humanist

The Story:
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar was a scientist at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and its National Cancer Institute (NCI), where she contributed to breakthroughs in HIV and Hepatitis C. Originally from Tehran, her pure love of science and determination to collaborate with the world’s leading minds led her first to the south of France and later to the United States, where she worked at esteemed institutions including Johns Hopkins and the NIH/NCI. An accomplished virologist and devoted mother, she poured her passion into supporting her daughter, Dr. Mondana Ghias, instilling not only a love of science, but also a belief in the power of fierce women to shape the future.

The Lesson:   Be global. Work with the best. Let science serve humanity.
TONO MENTOR
The Godfather of Biologics
Dr. Michael Potter:
NIH Legend • Lasker Award Winner • Architect of Modern Biologics

The Story:
Dr. Michael Potter’s pioneering research on B cells laid the groundwork for biologics and today’s precision oncology. Considered by many as the “Godfather of Biologics,” his mentorship during Dr. Ghias at the NIH shaped her relentless approach to innovation. Knowing that that true breakthroughs demand courage, doing the hard work yourself, with rigor and vision.

The Lesson:   Grit, Courage, Forge the change.
TONO MENTOR
The Nobel Laurette
Dr. Paul Greengard   Nobel Laurette • Pioneering neuroscientist • Rockefeller University legend

The Story:
Dr. Paul Greengard’s Nobel Prize winning discoveries transformed neuroscience, revealing how brain cells communicate and inspiring new approaches to Alzheimer’s disease. In his Rockefeller University lab, Dr. Ghias worked alongside him and his team, publishing research that advanced the field and learning firsthand the discipline of patient, exacting science.

The Lesson:   Curiosity. Patience. Breakthroughs that last.
TONO MENTOR
The Olympian
Dr Steven Cohen:
Dermatology Luminary • Olympian Medalist • Pioneer in Hidradenitis Suppurativa

The Story:
Dr. Steven Cohen is a renowned dermatologist whose work laid the foundations for today’s biologics in hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). An Olympian medalist and scientific leader, he trained Dr. Ghias as a fellow, instilling in her the discipline to think creatively and to fight for every patient without compromise. Together, their research was recognized by JAAD as one of the top three game-changing studies in dermatology.

The Lesson:   Mastery demands discipline. Think boldly. Fight for every patient.
TONO MENTOR
The Global Scientist
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar  
Scientist • Global Citizen • Humanist

The Story:
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar was a scientist at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and its National Cancer Institute (NCI), where she contributed to breakthroughs in HIV and Hepatitis C. Originally from Tehran, her pure love of science and determination to collaborate with the world’s leading minds led her first to the south of France and later to the United States, where she worked at esteemed institutions including Johns Hopkins and the NIH/NCI. An accomplished virologist and devoted mother, she poured her passion into supporting her daughter, Dr. Mondana Ghias, instilling not only a love of science, but also a belief in the power of fierce women to shape the future.

The Lesson:   Be global. Work with the best. Let science serve humanity.
TONO MENTOR
The Godfather of Biologics
Dr. Michael Potter:
NIH Legend • Lasker Award Winner • Architect of Modern Biologics

The Story:
Dr. Michael Potter’s pioneering research on B cells laid the groundwork for biologics and today’s precision oncology. Considered by many as the “Godfather of Biologics,” his mentorship during Dr. Ghias at the NIH shaped her relentless approach to innovation. Knowing that that true breakthroughs demand courage, doing the hard work yourself, with rigor and vision.

The Lesson:   Grit, Courage, Forge the change.
TONO MENTOR
The Nobel Laurette
Dr. Paul Greengard   Nobel Laurette • Pioneering neuroscientist • Rockefeller University legend

The Story:
Dr. Paul Greengard’s Nobel Prize winning discoveries transformed neuroscience, revealing how brain cells communicate and inspiring new approaches to Alzheimer’s disease. In his Rockefeller University lab, Dr. Ghias worked alongside him and his team, publishing research that advanced the field and learning firsthand the discipline of patient, exacting science.

The Lesson:   Curiosity. Patience. Breakthroughs that last.

TONO MENTOR
The Olympian
Dr Steven Cohen:
Dermatology Luminary • Olympian Medalist • Pioneer in Hidradenitis Suppurativa

The Story:
Dr. Steven Cohen is a renowned dermatologist whose work laid the foundations for today’s biologics in hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). An Olympian medalist and scientific leader, he trained Dr. Ghias as a fellow, instilling in her the discipline to think creatively and to fight for every patient without compromise. Together, their research was recognized by JAAD as one of the top three game-changing studies in dermatology.

The Lesson:   Mastery demands discipline. Think boldly. Fight for every patient.
TONO MENTOR
The Global Scientist
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar  
Scientist • Global Citizen • Humanist

The Story:
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar was a scientist at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and its National Cancer Institute (NCI), where she contributed to breakthroughs in HIV and Hepatitis C. Originally from Tehran, her pure love of science and determination to collaborate with the world’s leading minds led her first to the south of France and later to the United States, where she worked at esteemed institutions including Johns Hopkins and the NIH/NCI. An accomplished virologist and devoted mother, she poured her passion into supporting her daughter, Dr. Mondana Ghias, instilling not only a love of science, but also a belief in the power of fierce women to shape the future.

The Lesson:   Be global. Work with the best. Let science serve humanity.
TONO MENTOR
The Godfather of Biologics
Dr. Michael Potter:
NIH Legend • Lasker Award Winner • Architect of Modern Biologics

The Story:
Dr. Michael Potter’s pioneering research on B cells laid the groundwork for biologics and today’s precision oncology. Considered by many as the “Godfather of Biologics,” his mentorship during Dr. Ghias at the NIH shaped her relentless approach to innovation. Knowing that that true breakthroughs demand courage, doing the hard work yourself, with rigor and vision.

The Lesson:   Grit, Courage, Forge the change.
TONO MENTOR
The Nobel Laurette
Dr. Paul Greengard   Nobel Laurette • Pioneering neuroscientist • Rockefeller University legend

The Story:
Dr. Paul Greengard’s Nobel Prize winning discoveries transformed neuroscience, revealing how brain cells communicate and inspiring new approaches to Alzheimer’s disease. In his Rockefeller University lab, Dr. Ghias worked alongside him and his team, publishing research that advanced the field and learning firsthand the discipline of patient, exacting science.

The Lesson:   Curiosity. Patience. Breakthroughs that last.
TONO MENTOR
The Olympian
Dr Steven Cohen:
Dermatology Luminary • Olympian Medalist • Pioneer in Hidradenitis Suppurativa

The Story:
Dr. Steven Cohen is a renowned dermatologist whose work laid the foundations for today’s biologics in hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). An Olympian medalist and scientific leader, he trained Dr. Ghias as a fellow, instilling in her the discipline to think creatively and to fight for every patient without compromise. Together, their research was recognized by JAAD as one of the top three game-changing studies in dermatology.

The Lesson:   Mastery demands discipline. Think boldly. Fight for every patient.
TONO MENTOR
The Global Scientist
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar  
Scientist • Global Citizen • Humanist

The Story:
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar was a scientist at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and its National Cancer Institute (NCI), where she contributed to breakthroughs in HIV and Hepatitis C. Originally from Tehran, her pure love of science and determination to collaborate with the world’s leading minds led her first to the south of France and later to the United States, where she worked at esteemed institutions including Johns Hopkins and the NIH/NCI. An accomplished virologist and devoted mother, she poured her passion into supporting her daughter, Dr. Mondana Ghias, instilling not only a love of science, but also a belief in the power of fierce women to shape the future.

The Lesson:   Be global. Work with the best. Let science serve humanity.
TONO MENTOR
The Godfather of Biologics
Dr. Michael Potter:
NIH Legend • Lasker Award Winner • Architect of Modern Biologics

The Story:
Dr. Michael Potter’s pioneering research on B cells laid the groundwork for biologics and today’s precision oncology. Considered by many as the “Godfather of Biologics,” his mentorship during Dr. Ghias at the NIH shaped her relentless approach to innovation. Knowing that that true breakthroughs demand courage, doing the hard work yourself, with rigor and vision.

The Lesson:   Grit, Courage, Forge the change.
TONO MENTOR
The Nobel Laurette
Dr. Paul Greengard   Nobel Laurette • Pioneering neuroscientist • Rockefeller University legend

The Story:
Dr. Paul Greengard’s Nobel Prize winning discoveries transformed neuroscience, revealing how brain cells communicate and inspiring new approaches to Alzheimer’s disease. In his Rockefeller University lab, Dr. Ghias worked alongside him and his team, publishing research that advanced the field and learning firsthand the discipline of patient, exacting science.

The Lesson:   Curiosity. Patience. Breakthroughs that last.
TONO MENTOR
The Olympian
Dr Steven Cohen:
Dermatology Luminary • Olympian Medalist • Pioneer in Hidradenitis Suppurativa

The Story:
Dr. Steven Cohen is a renowned dermatologist whose work laid the foundations for today’s biologics in hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). An Olympian medalist and scientific leader, he trained Dr. Ghias as a fellow, instilling in her the discipline to think creatively and to fight for every patient without compromise. Together, their research was recognized by JAAD as one of the top three game-changing studies in dermatology.

The Lesson:   Mastery demands discipline. Think boldly. Fight for every patient.
TONO MENTOR
The Global Scientist
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar  
Scientist • Global Citizen • Humanist

The Story:
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar was a scientist at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and its National Cancer Institute (NCI), where she contributed to breakthroughs in HIV and Hepatitis C. Originally from Tehran, her pure love of science and determination to collaborate with the world’s leading minds led her first to the south of France and later to the United States, where she worked at esteemed institutions including Johns Hopkins and the NIH/NCI. An accomplished virologist and devoted mother, she poured her passion into supporting her daughter, Dr. Mondana Ghias, instilling not only a love of science, but also a belief in the power of fierce women to shape the future.

The Lesson:   Be global. Work with the best. Let science serve humanity.
TONO MENTOR
The Godfather of Biologics
Dr. Michael Potter:
NIH Legend • Lasker Award Winner • Architect of Modern Biologics

The Story:
Dr. Michael Potter’s pioneering research on B cells laid the groundwork for biologics and today’s precision oncology. Considered by many as the “Godfather of Biologics,” his mentorship during Dr. Ghias at the NIH shaped her relentless approach to innovation. Knowing that that true breakthroughs demand courage, doing the hard work yourself, with rigor and vision.

The Lesson:   Grit, Courage, Forge the change.
TONO MENTOR
The Nobel Laurette
Dr. Paul Greengard   Nobel Laurette • Pioneering neuroscientist • Rockefeller University legend

The Story:
Dr. Paul Greengard’s Nobel Prize winning discoveries transformed neuroscience, revealing how brain cells communicate and inspiring new approaches to Alzheimer’s disease. In his Rockefeller University lab, Dr. Ghias worked alongside him and his team, publishing research that advanced the field and learning firsthand the discipline of patient, exacting science.

The Lesson:   Curiosity. Patience. Breakthroughs that last.
TONO MENTOR
The Olympian
Dr Steven Cohen:
Dermatology Luminary • Olympian Medalist • Pioneer in Hidradenitis Suppurativa

The Story:
Dr. Steven Cohen is a renowned dermatologist whose work laid the foundations for today’s biologics in hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). An Olympian medalist and scientific leader, he trained Dr. Ghias as a fellow, instilling in her the discipline to think creatively and to fight for every patient without compromise. Together, their research was recognized by JAAD as one of the top three game-changing studies in dermatology.

The Lesson:   Mastery demands discipline. Think boldly. Fight for every patient.
TONO MENTOR
The Global Scientist
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar  
Scientist • Global Citizen • Humanist

The Story:
Dr. Zohreh Naghashfar was a scientist at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and its National Cancer Institute (NCI), where she contributed to breakthroughs in HIV and Hepatitis C. Originally from Tehran, her pure love of science and determination to collaborate with the world’s leading minds led her first to the south of France and later to the United States, where she worked at esteemed institutions including Johns Hopkins and the NIH/NCI. An accomplished virologist and devoted mother, she poured her passion into supporting her daughter, Dr. Mondana Ghias, instilling not only a love of science, but also a belief in the power of fierce women to shape the future.

The Lesson:   Be global. Work with the best. Let science serve humanity.
TONO MENTOR
The Godfather of Biologics
Dr. Michael Potter:
NIH Legend • Lasker Award Winner • Architect of Modern Biologics

The Story:
Dr. Michael Potter’s pioneering research on B cells laid the groundwork for biologics and today’s precision oncology. Considered by many as the “Godfather of Biologics,” his mentorship during Dr. Ghias at the NIH shaped her relentless approach to innovation. Knowing that that true breakthroughs demand courage, doing the hard work yourself, with rigor and vision.

The Lesson:   Grit, Courage, Forge the change.
TONO MENTOR
The Nobel Laurette
Dr. Paul Greengard   Nobel Laurette • Pioneering neuroscientist • Rockefeller University legend

The Story:
Dr. Paul Greengard’s Nobel Prize winning discoveries transformed neuroscience, revealing how brain cells communicate and inspiring new approaches to Alzheimer’s disease. In his Rockefeller University lab, Dr. Ghias worked alongside him and his team, publishing research that advanced the field and learning firsthand the discipline of patient, exacting science.

The Lesson:   Curiosity. Patience. Breakthroughs that last.

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