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In this episode of Petri Dish Perspectives: Biotech Unleashed, we'll take you on a 350-year journey through the rise of Merck, from its humble beginnings as a family-run pharmacy in 17th-century Germany to becoming one of the world’s most influential pharmaceutical powerhouses.
We’ll explore how Merck evolved through groundbreaking discoveries like streptomycin, the MMR vaccine, statins, and the game-changing cancer immunotherapy Keytruda. You’ll also hear about the incredible legacy of Dr. Maurice Hilleman, a vaccine pioneer whose work continues to save millions of lives today.
Along the way, we dive into Merck’s unique split post-WWI, its relentless focus on science-first innovation, and its modern-day ventures in oncology, gene editing, and AI-driven drug discovery.
Whether you’re a biotech enthusiast, healthcare professional, or just curious about the companies shaping tomorrow’s medicine, this episode packs powerful insights in under 30 minutes. Grab your coffee and settle in, this is Merck, unleashed.
🎧 Listen now, stay curious, and don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes every Thursday!
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In this episode of Petri Dish Perspectives: Biotech Unleashed, we'll take you on a 350-year journey through the rise of Merck, from its humble beginnings as a family-run pharmacy in 17th-century Germany to becoming one of the world’s most influential pharmaceutical powerhouses.
We’ll explore how Merck evolved through groundbreaking discoveries like streptomycin, the MMR vaccine, statins, and the game-changing cancer immunotherapy Keytruda. You’ll also hear about the incredible legacy of Dr. Maurice Hilleman, a vaccine pioneer whose work continues to save millions of lives today.
Along the way, we dive into Merck’s unique split post-WWI, its relentless focus on science-first innovation, and its modern-day ventures in oncology, gene editing, and AI-driven drug discovery.
Whether you’re a biotech enthusiast, healthcare professional, or just curious about the companies shaping tomorrow’s medicine, this episode packs powerful insights in under 30 minutes. Grab your coffee and settle in, this is Merck, unleashed.
🎧 Listen now, stay curious, and don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes every Thursday!
https://linktr.ee/maneadkhin
Support the show
© 2025 Petri Dish Perspectives LLC. All rights reserved.