Edwin Elmhirst

Edwin Elmhirst

Data Journalist

Worcester, UK

Edwin is a healthcare journalist with a passion for data and analysis. He graduated with a master's degree in biomedical sciences and spent some time in postgraduate research before moving into journalism. Edwin's skills in data science and scientific analysis allow him to identify trends, develop insights, and tell compelling stories using data.

Latest from Edwin Elmhirst

2025’s Biggest New Launches

Big pharma once again fails to dominate the top 20 expected best sellers from products due for launch this year. Small-to-medium pharma account for nearly half the list, while Vertex has two products in the top five.

Mid-Cap Biopharma’s Biggest Winners And Losers Of 2024

Summit Therapeutics hit the stock market heights in 2024, along with a handful of biotech with novel therapies and platforms, while Moderna was dragged down by shrinking COVID-19 vaccine sales.

Only Half Of 2024’s Biggest Launches Belong To Big Pharma

Just a handful of big pharma approvals of 2024 are tipped to be multi-billion dollar blockbusters. Even though it is still early days for these drugs, the pull of M&A is looking increasingly strong for big pharma as more smaller firms go it alone.

Only Half Of 2024’s Biggest Launches Belong To Big Pharma

Just a handful of big pharma approvals of 2024 are tipped to be multi-billion dollar blockbusters. Even though it is still early days for these drugs, the pull of M&A is looking increasingly strong for big pharma as more smaller firms go it alone.

Pharma’s Future: Key Therapeutic Areas Set For Major Growth

As the pharmaceutical sector evolves, the landscape of sales-driving indications is set for transformation by 2030. This article explores the therapeutic areas poised for substantial growth and examines how leading companies are strategically positioning themselves to capitalize on these emerging opportunities.

Scrip 100: By The Numbers

Despite experiencing significant drops in pharmaceutical revenues in 2023, Pfizer and AbbVie maintained their top positions, ranking first and second respectively, in the latest Scrip 100.