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Then vs. Now: Flow Chemistry

The way medicines are made has changed significantly over time. Many of today’s drug molecules are larger and more complex than those developed decades ago and the methods for synthesis have evolved accordingly. As chemists design increasingly sophisticated molecules, they also need more precise and flexible ways to carry out the reactions that produce them.For much of history, chemists have carried out reactions in static vessels such as flasks in the lab or large reactors in manufacturing....

Then vs. Now: Molecular Design

Developing a new medicine starts at the most fundamental level: understanding how disease works. That often means looking beyond what we can observe directly and studying how molecules interact with biological targets.Much of what drives disease and how we treat it happens at a scale too small to see. In drug discovery, scientists study how molecules find, bind to, and influence their targets. The strength and specificity of these interactions play a critical role in determining how effective a....

June Social Media Round-Up—2025 Impact Report, ADA 2026, and More

School is out for the summer, but Pfizer colleagues are still hard at work. In June, we released our 2025 Impact Report, shared risks of fake medicines on World Anti-Counterfeit Day, and raised awareness of menstrual-related migraine and more.Pfizer has also been present at many conferences this past month—from ASCO and ADA to EHA and AHS 2026, and our leadership team has been highlighting the latest data that we’ve shared at these events. Meanwhile, CEO Albert Bourla joined the CNBC CEO Council....

A Prostate Cancer Survivor Shares the Importance of Early Detection—and Why Knowing Your History, Monitoring PSA and Talking to Your Doctor Matters

For years, senior oncology account specialist Dan Morgan has helped doctors understand what Pfizer medications can do for cancer patients. In 2024, the script flipped when he became a patient himself. Thanks to his work, Dan knew just how to advocate for his health by requesting blood tests and diagnostic exams, and his prostate cancer was detected early, before he even felt sick.Dan chose to work in oncology because of his family history. Back when he was in college, his dad had prostate cancer....

Living Longer with Cancer: Redefining What It Means to Survive

The sixth season of Science Will Win, Pfizer's award-winning podcast, focused on cancer. The six episodes explored the disease from every angle, from its rising incidence in younger populations to the precision medicine tools helping clinicians catch it earlier and treat it more effectively. Host Dr. Raven Baxter delved deep into each topic, interviewing doctors, scientists, researchers, and Pfizer colleagues to glean their insights and discuss the ongoing effort to conquer cancer.To further....

Pfizer's 2025 Impact Report Highlights Progress Across Patients, Planet, and Responsible Business

Here at Pfizer, we are in the business of breakthroughs, and while our focus is on making advancements that impact patients’ lives, we are also aware of our work’s broader impact on the world. Every year, we take stock of the impact our work has on the world, the environment, and people themselves in our Impact Report.The 2025 Impact Report provides an overview of Pfizer's priorities and goals related to responsible business growth, which are aimed at contributing to long-term value creation and....

Multiple Myeloma: Shedding Light on a Rare but Complex Blood Cancer

Donna is more than a cancer patient: Donna is a wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend who has a full life outside of treatment. Her journey with multiple myeloma has revealed depths of resilience and strength that have long served her in all of those roles.“We have multiple myeloma…but that should not define us,” Donna shared in a recent video interview.It’s a message that Max Merz MD, MHBA, hematologist/oncologist and associate attending physician at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer....

Menstrual Migraine Explained: Why They Happen and What Can Help

For some people, migraine attacks aren’t random. Instead, they follow predictable hormonal rhythms that unfold over time. Menstrual migraine is a common type of migraine, yet it’s still a condition many aren’t familiar with.1Compared with other types of migraine, menstrual-related migraine may cause more severe symptoms.1 Understanding how and why these migraine attacks occur can help you anticipate symptoms before they begin and work with your doctor to better manage them.Understanding....

Decoding the Complex Science of Obesity

GLP-1. GIP. Amylin. Incretins. Peptides. NuSH.It’s not hard to see why the language surrounding modern obesity research sometimes feels like an alphabet soup of scientific terms. But behind each is a growing understanding of how the body regulates hunger, metabolism, energy use, and weight. It’s shaping what we know about how those systems might contribute to obesity.Recent research suggests that more than 1 billion people worldwide are now living with obesity, and that number is estimated to....

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What are ADCs? Targeting cancer with special drug delivery units

For centuries, humanity has hoped for a world where people with cancer live better, longer lives – and today that vision is closer than ever. Learn how antibody drug conjugates (ADCs) are emerging as one of the most powerful tools in cancer treatment.

Ever Wonder How Drugs Get Their Names?

Naming medications is not a simple process. It's a collaborative, conscientious effort, and one that is both an art and a science. Take a peek behind the curtain to see how drugs are named.

Understanding Obesity as a Complex Disease

Some people think obesity is simply caused by unhealthy eating habits and not exercising enough. But, in fact, the scientific and medical community defines obesity as a complex, multifactoral chronic disease.

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