news
Discovery could make Suzuki-Miyaura reactions cheaper and easier
An innovation in drug production methodology could enable manufacturers to use protected boronic acid in reactions, reducing the number of steps required.
List view / Grid view
Industry Insight
news
Dry eye syndrome therapies in pipeline show promise, says report
A report has revealed that the products in the pipeline to treat dry eye syndrome are expected to expand the number of options available for patients.
news
FDA centres collaborate to evaluate conclusions of pharmacogenetic testing
The FDA has released a statement that two of its centres will collaborate to provide information on gene-drug interactions they believe have sufficient supporting evidence.
news
Lilly announces agreement to acquire Dermira for $1.1bn
Eli Lilly has announced it is to acquire Dermira for $18.75 per share, or approximately $1.1 billion, which will expand Lilly's immunology pipeline.
news
Experts highlight importance of reducing pharma packaging waste
At a recent event, pharmaceutical packaging experts discussed strategies to reduce waste and protect the bottom line.
news
Gender inequality in STEM publishing due to female dropout rates, says study
New research has revealed that despite a rising number of women in STEM publishing papers, there is a large gender difference due to females leaving academia.
news
MHRA announces two medicine recalls
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency has issed two alerts for medicine recalls in the UK due to out of specification dissolution results and an error in decommissioning.
article
Blowing the whistle: tackling misconduct in the life sciences sector
A survey by the Internal Investigations Forum has highlighted vast differences in the quantity and quality of complaint reports globally and that companies need to nurture trust to improve internal relations. Here, Gary Giampetruzzi, Thomas Hauser and Jenny Pu provide an analysis of the results, including where there are areas…
news
ABPI responds to UK points-based immigration system
The ABPI has outlined how the new immigration system in the UK will affect life science workers and businesses, emphasising the need for regular reviews to remain competitive.
news
European patent upheld for foundational CRISPR intellectual property
Arguments filed in opposition to a patent for foundation CRISPR-Cas9 intellectual property have been rejected by the European Patents Office.
news
US biopharmaceutical industry generates more than $1.1 trillion in revenue
According to a new report, the US biopharmaceutical industry supports more than four million jobs and is a major driver of the country's economic growth.
news
Indian medical device manufacturers need support from multinational companies, says report
A report suggests that instead of taxing medical device imports, the Indian government should offer tax rebates to multinational companies if they partner with domestic device manufacturers.
news
Novartis headquarters opens in White City, London
In a formal ceremony, the new headquarters for Novartis has been opened in White City, London, in close proximity to Imperial College London’s research campus.
news
Biologics patent expiry to positively impact US pharma, says report
New research has suggested that the expiration of biologics patents will be the factor that positively impacts US pharma the most this year.
news
Johnson & Johnson “most valuable” pharma brand, says report
A new report has revealed Johnson & Johnson as the most valuable pharmaceutical brand, despite a decrease in profits from last year.
