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AZ, Quintiles Create New Drug Development Team, Fusing Pharma’s Expertise with CRO’s Knowhow
AstraZeneca K.K. (AZ) and Quintiles Transnational Japan have entered into a comprehensive partnership agreement and formed a joint development team for new drugs, the companies said on December 19. Through the alliance, they aim to develop innovative and efficient drug…
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