The proposed merger of Pfizer and Allergan will create a new top drug maker and cut Pfizer’s tax bill with a headquarters move to Ireland. / read more /
The increase in spending is said to be due to increased access to and use of medicines in emerging markets and higher prices for branded, specialty medications in developed markets. / read more /
An ABPI report found a lack of quality candidates for high-skilled roles in areas such as bioinformatics, translational medicine, clinical pharmacology, and pathology. / read more /
UPS’ 2015 “Pain in the Chain” survey suggests that pharma companies are getting better at product protection, cold chain and regulatory compliance, but need to improve cost control and planning for unexpected events. Lack of transparency and “too many handoffs” remain major challenges. / read more /
Roche will invest in Switzerland but plans to leave sites in Ireland, Spain, Italy, and the US and focus on lower-volume, specialized medicines. / read more /
Industry experts share insights on the advances in tablet coating technologies and the potential of continuous coating in solid-dosage manufacturing. / read more /
Problems in an induction-sealing process, such as untorqued or crooked caps, can be identified and corrected in real time using dynamic thermal imaging. / read more /
The scheme aims to ensure that EMA and licensing authorities of EU member states will use the same IT system, based on a single data standard. / read more /
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A compilation of articles in a three-handbook set covering general Analytical Testing and Stability in the manufacture, packaging, storing, and testing of formulated products. / Click here /