research and development
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"But rising bonus demands could come at the expense of future investment, as money that might otherwise go into research and development or shareholder returns is redirected toward compensation," he added.
From Barron's • May 22, 2026
Dr Vasee Moorthy, WHO's research and development adviser, described that vaccine as "the most promising" earlier this week.
From BBC • May 22, 2026
After all, the industry regularly reminds us that longer patent terms are needed to ensure they can make enough profit to pay for the research and development of the next wonder drug.
From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026
A series of state directives since 2024 have singled out high-value services such as biopharma contracting, which conducts testing, research and development and manufacturing for multinational drug companies.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026
The cost of the Mark I had already doubled from the original estimate of $10 million, and CRD’s president, Fred Powell, was forced to question “the wisdom of continuing further research and development work.”
From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik
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