For the first time, GEN‘s Alex Philippidis examines the top regions and top states just below the 10 largest regions for life sciences activity, as the field looks beyond the East and West Coasts for growth.
Thanks to booming sales of blockbuster obesity and diabetes treatments, the amount that Americans spent on prescription drugs this year is on track to surpass $1 trillion. Total aggregate value of the drugs generating the highest sales in 2025 jumped 21.5% vs. 2024, and more than doubled from a decade ago.
Mid-cap buyers, improved capital raising climate, and reshoring of manufacturing are shaping how much and where biopharmas choose to grow.
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Wednesday’s episode of GEN Live will explore the rapidly evolving field of AAV gene therapy. Leaders from clinical and translational research will discuss current advances and challenges in AAV vector development, delivery, safety, and long-term therapeutic efficacy.
Touching Base is the dynamic podcast series from the editors of GEN. Each episode features a rotating case of senior editors—including John Sterling, Kevin Davies, Julianna LeMieux, Alex Phillippidis, Uduak Thomas, Corinna Singleman, and Fay Lin—who delve into emerging stories, exchange ideas, and debate the latest trends in biotech. Additionally, they talk to some of the leading voices in the industry about what’s now and next. Start listening today!
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