The Japanese pharmaceutical industry, a vital component of global innovation, faces a talent gap that resonates across multinational corporations. While Japan possesses a wealth of highly skilled professionals, a notable communication disparity impedes recruitment and career advancement, particularly in global…
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Meiji’s COVID Jab Might Miss Initial Plan, but Awaits Real Game Next Year
Meiji Seika Pharma’s Kostaive, a self-amplifying mRNA vaccine for COVID-19, might not be up to expectations for the current fiscal year due to “unscientific information” spread among certain parties, but the outlook for 2025 should be brighter, President Daikichiro Kobayashi…
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