Analysis of individual placements across 43 companies over the past 18 months paints a vivid picture of Japan’s evolving healthcare industry. This comprehensive snapshot illuminates current market demands, strategic shifts, and the enduring appeal of this pivotal Asian market.Rare Diseases…
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PMDA Reveals First 2 Cases of MID-NET Regulatory Use
The Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Agency (PMDA) on June 29 disclosed the first two cases of MID-NET use since the medical information database fully went online in April. Both are for regulatory use by the PMDA. According to the minutes…
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