BMS/Celgene Post-Merger Early R&D Strategy: Partnerships Are Still Key, Vessey Says
Executive Summary
Research and early development head Rupert Vessey, who had a similar role at Celgene, told Scrip that integration of the company’s pipeline into Bristol is nearly complete with few overlapping programs.
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