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What challenges does the advanced therapies sector face? 

Drug Discovery World

“Dr Naldini open new doors for cures for otherwise untreatable genetic diseases with the full impact of his work still untapped”, she said. High-cost materials: Specialised equipment, reagents, and cell culture media significantly contribute to the overall cost. Developing more efficient and affordable alternatives is key.

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Transitioning Between Academia and Industry: Advice from Leading Scientists That Made the Switch

XTalks

And although academia and industry have often been pitted against each other in the realm of scientific discovery and development, there may be more similarities and synergies between the two than we may think. WeiQi Lin, MD, PhD, executive vice president of research & development and principal scientist, DURECT Corporation.