The 21st century is truly shaping up to be biopharma’s golden age. With innovation in so many fields, from scientific progress in academia through the discovery of novel therapies to the use of big data, real-world evidence, artificial intelligence and other evolving tools, R&D has never been so diverse nor so exciting. And this year’s Scrip Awards rewarded excellence in all aspects of the industry’s activities over the past year.
AstraZeneca And Galapagos Shine At The 15th Annual Scrip Awards
The pharma, biotech and allied industries came together in London on 4 December to celebrate another year of achievement at the 15th Annual Scrip Awards, hosted by the broadcaster Fiona Bruce.

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