NORWALK, Conn., July 7, 2008 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- The Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation (MMRF) and the Multiple Myeloma Research Consortium (MMRC) today announced the appointment of Susan L. Kelley, M.D., to the new position of Chief Medical Officer. In this role, Dr. Kelley will provide senior medical guidance for the clinical development activities supported by the MMRC. In addition, Louise M. Perkins, Ph.D., was promoted to Chief Scientific Officer and will be responsible for the strategic development and execution of the organizations' research agenda. Both Dr. Kelley and Dr. Perkins will serve on the MMRF and MMRC Executive Committee and will report directly to Kathy Giusti, MMRF and MMRC Founder and Chief Executive Officer.
