Building biotechnology Business, Regulations, Patents, Law, Politics, Science HD 9999.B442 F899 2008

The definitive biotechnology industry primer, now in its 3rd edition. Building Biotechnology provides a comprehensive fundamentals-based overview of the commercialization of biotechnology. Expanding on this foundation to ensure a practical appreciation of operational issues in the biotechnology industry, Building Biotechnology adds real-world examples on topics such as the hidden pitfalls of common operational decisions; practical considerations in selecting business models and funding options; strategies to overcome developmental failures; and, methods to leverage options to strengthen development plans. * Cultivate a career in biotechnology, with or without an MBA or Ph.D. * Fund and assemble a company * Manage research and development, alliances, and funding * Understand the diverse factors defining the biotechnology industry * Invest intelligently in biotechnology This second edition significantly expands upon the foundation laid by the first, updating recent developments and adding significantly more case studies, informative figures and tables.