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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As Takeda’s R&D Rejig Progresses, Biotech JV Launch Sets Direction for Its Japan Regime
By Reiji Anasako With Takeda Pharmaceutical’s global R&D transformation making steady headway, the launch of its drug discovery joint venture, Scohia Pharma, announced on March 14 provided the industry with a clearer picture of what the company’s new Japan R&D…
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