There has been a growing trend of life science manufacturers collaborating with local governments (e.g., at the municipal and prefectural level) in Japan during the past 3-5 years. This trend is observed not only with domestic manufacturers but among foreign…
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Mitsubishi Chemical Holdings Plans Organizational Rejig in April, Ueno to Helm Pharma Unit
Mitsubishi Chemical Holdings said on January 7 that Hiroaki Ueno, president of Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma, was appointed head of the company’s new pharma division to be created in its organizational revamp in April. In December, the holdings company announced its…
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