CRO & clinical tech M&A round-up
Outsourcing-Pharma presents a round-up of CRO M&A, including inVentiv closing the PharmaNet deal, Icon adding technology, and Bracket inking its first takeover.
Archives for July 17, 2011
Two projects win backing from CFTI
Two projects have been selected for preclinical testing as part of the Cystic Fibrosis (CF)Technology Initiative (CFTI) in Canada.
EC drafts GDP guidance to tackle supply chain threats
Europe has proposed draft distribution guidance in response to globalisation and threats to the pharmaceutical supply chain.
New asthma treatment threatens inhaler companies
A new oral medication for asthma sufferers could wipe out half of all business for inhaler manufacturers.
PPD reportedly considering a sale as results season nears
CRO financial results season begins this week amid reports PPD could be sold, with other service providers and private equity viewed as potential bidders.
Tamper evident devices must be traceable & unique; Rx-360
Physical endurance, traceability and uniqueness are key characteristics for tamper evident devices used in raw material supply, according to Rx-360.