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Simulation Driven Decision-Making Support Necessary for R&D Strategy: Astellas Exec

March 29, 2023
Astellas Pharma is rigorously pressing ahead with digital transformation (DX) in its business, utilizing analytics in all areas of its enterprise. As drug development entails high levels of uncertainties and a lot of investments, the company needs not only past…

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