Good morning from Pharma and Biotech daily: the podcast that gives you only what's important to hear in Pharma e Biotech world. CDC Director Monarez was fired after less than a month due to internal unrest over new COVID-19 vaccine policies. Novo Nordisk is investing over $500 million in RNA obesity treatments. The FDA has approved updated COVID-19 shots from Pfizer, Moderna, and Novavax with restrictions, causing concern among some groups. Prothena's Alzheimer's drug, PRX012, has shown high rates of brain swelling in Phase I testing. Novo Nordisk is collaborating with other companies on cardiometabolic treatments. The pharma industry is facing challenges and changes, with layoffs and restructurings occurring at various companies. Massachusetts has seen a decline in R&D and biomanufacturing jobs in 2024. Various webinars and events are being held to discuss topics such as pharma manufacturing and data accessibility. Job opportunities in the pharmaceutical industry include positions in business analysis, quality engineering, and project engineering.

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