This document discusses trends in collaborative innovation between the pharmaceutical industry and academia. It notes that pharmaceutical companies have increasingly relied on external partnerships due to efficiency losses and changing research models. Specifically, it outlines how mergers and acquisitions did not solve underlying problems, and companies now outsource over 40% of research projects. The document advocates for increased collaboration between industry and academia using new models like "bridge companies." It argues this will improve innovation by bringing together technology capabilities and market needs. Regulatory frameworks may also need to evolve to support new collaborative and computational approaches like the "Virtual Physiological Human."
1. Collaborative Innovation
The role of the Academy and the Pharma Industry
Joining our Efforts, Sharing our Future
Innovation in Biotechnology
Business Development & Licensing
International Division
Barcelona 14/09/2011
CONFIDENTIAL September 14, 2011
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