What are some must read books that will help me understand the biopharma industry? I'd like to have a clearer view of the process from preclinical to marketing stage and just have a general background of the different major players, spec pharma field, the rise of CDMOs and CROs in the space, etc.

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I don’t know of one book that delves into all the topics you are interested in. The other problem is that this field is ever-evolving. I recommend Drugs from Discovery to Approval. Once you have the basics down, google the rest of the topics.

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Very helpful thank you.

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Please guys I had to hunt this bowl down, someone give me their recommendations! Haha

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Look in pubmed for literature on this. There’s also free webinars every once in awhile, look at LinkedIn for those

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I haven’t read this, but the description looks like it might work https://www.amazon.com/Biotech-Primer-Insiders-Biopharma-Industry/dp/1513655043/ref=nodl_?dplnkId=5ad4a325-4e62-49f5-bce9-31a8b1fca756

You could also subscribe to BioPharm International (free trade mag)

This is a little sciency https://www.cytivalifesciences.com/en/us/solutions/emerging-biotech/knowledge-center/Biopharma-process-development-introduction

This might provide some insight on CMOS and their role in outsourcing https://bioprocessintl.com/bioprocess-insider/facilities-capacity/ebook-biopharmaceutical-outsourcing-capacities-companies-and-current-trends/

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Try blogs instead books. Checkout fierce pharma blogs. Google for white paper

I'm subscribed to fierce pharma but I need a better foundation I think before I get the most out of it

DM me and I’ll see what I have/can suggest…

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