Beschreibung:
Social Aspects of Drug Discovery, Development and Commercialization provides an insightful analysis of the drug discovery and development landscape as it relates to society. This book examines the scientific, legal, philosophical, economic, political, ethical and cultural factors that contribute to drug development. The pharmaceutical industry is under scrutiny to develop safer and more effective drugs in a quicker and more affordable manner. Recent criticism and debates have emphasized varying opinions on the issues concerning the drug discovery and development process.
SECTION I: PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRY, SOCIETY, AND GOVERNANCE 1. Pharmaceutical Regulation: The Role of Government 2. Trends in Innovation and the Business of Drug Discovery 3. Cash Flow Valley of Death: A Pitfall in Drug Discovery