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Emcure Pharmaceuticals inaugurates world-class R & D centre
Merck expands its Peenya facility in Bengaluru
Merck Life Science in India has recently announced the expansion of its manufacturing facility in Peenya , Bengaluru , marking a significant milestone in its strategy . The expansion will transform Peenya into a key manufacturing hub for the APAC region , strengthening Merck ’ s capabilities in production and supporting the growing needs of its customers worldwide .
Emcure Pharmaceuticals Limited , one of India ’ s leading pharma companies announced the inauguration of its state-of-the-art Formulation Research and Development ( R & D ) Centre near Tapovan Circle , Ahmedabad . The Emcure Research Centre ( ERC ) is strategically designed to enable breakthroughs in complex drug delivery systems , such as sustained-release formulations , liposomal injections and advanced dermal therapies .
Dr . Cyrus Poonawalla bestowed with 2nd Dr K . Anji Reddy Fellowship by ICT Mumbai
The Institute of Chemical Technology ( ICT Mumbai ), under its flagship initiative , the Mumbai Biocluster , awarded its prestigious 2nd Dr . K . Anji Reddy Memorial Fellowship for Affordable Biopharmaceuticals to Dr Cyrus Poonawalla , Chairman , Serum Institute of India , in recognition of his exceptional contributions to biopharmaceutical innovation and global healthcare .
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