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March Social Media Round-Up—Annual Review, Fast Company, and More

Spring is here, and our social channels are warming up alongside the weather. March was a busy month here at Pfizer, and our monthly social round-up is here to share all the action.CEO Albert Bourla showcased some of our recent highlights and accomplishments with Pfizer’s 2024 Annual Review, recognized Pfizer for being named as one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies, and shared our commitment to advancing innovations in the fight against colorectal cancer. Our leadership team also...

Pfizer Takes Over SXSW’s Podcasting Lounge for the Second Year in a Row

Each spring, industry leaders, media members, celebrities – and basically everyone who is anyone in tech, film and TV, and music – has been heading to Austin for one of the year’s most anticipated events: the South By Southwest (SXSW) Festival.Pfizer has been attending in various capacities for many years, but in 2024 we held court at the SXSW Podcast Lounge, taking it over for the day and recording three live sessions of our award-winning Science Will Win podcast in front of packed crowds...

February Social Media Round-Up—Big Game, Science Will Win, and More

February may be a short month, but there was no shortage of activity on Pfizer’s social channels over those 28 days.CEO Albert Bourla showcased our Big Game ad where we share our promise to deliver eight cancer breakthroughs by 2030, met with Pfizer Oncology scientists committed to finding cancer innovations, and shared highlights from Pfizer’s Q4 2024 financial results. Meanwhile, our leadership team welcomed Pfizer’s new Chief Oncology Officer, Jeff Legos, and announced the latest season of...

Pfizer’s Award-winning Podcast, Science Will Win, Returns for Season 4

At Pfizer, we consider it part of our mission to help increase health literacy, provide access to resources that may help people make the best possible healthcare decisions for themselves and their loved ones, and keep the public aware of the latest innovations in health and science.We’re also a bunch of nerds who love talking about this stuff, and we’re excited to announce a new season of Science Will Win, which focuses on the increasing role that Artificial Intelligence (AI) plays in the drug...

Introducing HEALTH ANSWERS BY PFIZER: A New Consumer Digital Product Providing Answers You Can Trust In The Moments That Matter Most

When you or a loved one aren’t feeling well, you have questions, and you want information fast.“What’s the difference between the flu and a cold? How long are symptoms contagious? Can taking Vitamin C help?”These are the kinds of questions that can lead to a vast array of information in the ocean of the internet, and it can feel like you’re spending more time scrolling and sifting through confusing results --not knowing what information to trust.That’s why we’re introducing Health Answers by...

January Social Media Round-Up—World Economic Forum, ASCO GI, and More

The year is off to a busy start with exciting updates and highlights across our social channels!CEO Albert Bourla shared his insights on potential healthcare breakthroughs at the World Economic Forum’s 2025 Annual Meeting, celebrated Pfizer colleagues that received the National Medal of Technology and Innovation, and joined the family and friends of President Jimmy Carter to honor his life and impact. Our leadership team shared their own predictions for 2025 and shared takeaways from the week in...

Chief Corporate Affairs Officer Sally Susman Discusses Political Landscape, AI at Davos

Photo provided by Axios; Photo credit: Dani Ammann PhotographyLast week, nearly 3000 leaders from over 130 countries visited Davos, Switzerland to attend the World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting. The theme of this year’s meeting was “Collaboration for the Intelligent Age.”Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla was in attendance — he provided his perspective on the future of health for the World Economic Forum and offered a recap of his experience on LinkedIn page — and was joined by Alexandre de Germay...

Science & Innovation

Harnessing the Power of AI to Detect ATTR-CM

Artificial intelligence (AI) has quietly become a part of our daily lives – through personalized recommendations, virtual assistants, or smart devices, we barely notice it anymore. Yet many of us might not realize the advances AI is making in healthcare. From accelerating drug discovery to improving disease detection, it is transforming the way we understand and manage health.AI has had numerous applications in cardiology in recent years, from analyzing results of cardiac imaging tests to...

Pfizer School of Science Mobile Experience: Inspiring the Next Generation of Innovators

In today's rapidly evolving world, scientific literacy and innovation are crucial for addressing global challenges and driving progress. Recognizing the importance of fostering a passion for science among young minds, Pfizer launched the Pfizer School of Science in its New York Headquarters — an innovative initiative aimed at inspiring and empowering the next generation of scientists and innovators.Bringing Science Education to Various Pfizer SitesThis year, we expanded outside the confines of...

Science & Innovation

Pharma Peers Unite to Build DNA-Encoded Libraries

Finding tools and hits for targets in drug discovery can feel like hunting for four leaf clovers in a blizzard. And researcher Sylvie Sakata was close to giving up on one discovery tool, DNA-encoded libraries, when a new consortium started to fall into place. Now this technology is garnering more interest for its potential to discover new molecular compounds, known as “hits,” to exponentially impact the early research efforts that can lead to potential new medicines.Sakata is the Head of...

Pfizer Wraps Up 8th Year of Immersive Girls Who Code Program

From July 29th to August 9th, Pfizer hosted its 8th Summer Immersion Program in partnership with Girls Who Code (GWC). Throughout the event, more than 60 students participated in colleague-led learning sessions on professional development, data science, cybersecurity, and more.According to Deloitte, less than one-third of employees in large tech companies are women.1 Statistics for the workforce at large aren’t much better. While 72% of men participate in the labor force globally, only 47% of...

PfizerForAll Strives to Simplify How You Access Healthcare

It’s not breaking news to say that healthcare in the U.S. is complicated.Whether prepping for flu season, wrangling a doctor’s appointment, or contending with a chronic — or seasonal — illness, the already harrowing logistics of caring for yourself and your loved ones are made even more challenging by a confusing and frustrating healthcare landscape.According to a survey by the American Academy of Physician Associates, 65% of Americans say coordinating and managing healthcare is overwhelming and...