Summary:
The book chronicles the rise of the biotech company Vertex Pharmaceuticals and the cutthroat world of the pharmaceutical industry. It provides an in-depth look at the challenges of drug development, the complex process of bringing new medicines to market, and the business strategies involved in succeeding in the competitive field of new pharma.
Key points:
1. Drug Development Innovation: The book shows how Vertex Pharmaceuticals innovatively tackled drug creation for diseases like hepatitis C and cystic fibrosis, emphasizing the need for scientific ingenuity.
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