Cardinal clawing back at poor performance
Cardinal Health has implemented a series of business reshuffles and cost cutting measures in the hope of pulling itself out of poor profitability after disappointing third quarter results.
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PRA plants its first seeds in India
PRA International has bought its first company in India - contract research organisation (CRO) Sterling Synergy Systems - joining the growing list of top CROs who have set up operations in this fertile market.
New method promotes pharmacogenomic benefits
A new genetic research method has revealed interesting insights into drug metabolism, which could lead to a better understanding drug selection and dosing regimens in humans.
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Animal right extremists target GSK investors
Animal rights activists have continued their campaign of intimidation after it was revealed the GlaxoSmithkline (GSK) shareholders were sent letters demanding they sell any shares held within the company.
Thermo becomes Fisher king in $10.6 billion deal
Thermo Electron is set to become the biggest supplier of laboratory equipment and services after it paid $10.6bn to acquire Fisher Scientific International in a deal that extends Thermo's presence in the life, laboratory and health sciences industry.