Breakfast Speaking Series - Global Trends in Biotech….featuring Dr. Karen Bernstein, Co-Founder, Chairman and Editor-in-Chief, BioCentury LifeSciences BC was pleased to welcome Dr. Karen Bernstein to our recent Breakfast Speaking Series to provide her insights on the global issues most affecting our industry today. From the financing environment to M&A activity, regulatory issues, and emerging technologies, attendees at this sold-out session heard Dr. Bernstein’s discussion on the current trends in the industry, and what impact will they have on our future. Dr. Bernstein’s presentation featured remarks on the following trends: More emphasis on comparative efficacy and safety; Resulting in larger and longer trials and more head-to-head trials; Leading to higher costs of drug development; Even as pricing pressures increase; Pharma still needs products, platforms; Short-term safety valve as many products go generic. Download the presentation The next Breakfast Speaking Series will be on September 17, 2008, and will feature keynote speaker Mathai Mammen, co-founder of the Bay Area's Theravance. Register now |
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