For Blood and Money: Billionaires, Biotech, and the Quest for a Blockbuster Drug

Name: For Blood and Money: Billionaires, Biotech, and the Quest for a Blockbuster Drug
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Book Synopsis: A gripping business narrative and scientific thriller about what it takes to bring a wonder drug to market – and save countless lives. For Blood and Money tells the little-known story of how an upstart biotechnology company created a one-in-a-million cancer drug, and how members of the core team – denied their share of the profits – went and did it again. In this epic saga of money and science, veteran financial journalist Nathan Vardi explains how the invention of two of the biggest cancer drugs in history became (for their backers) two of the greatest Wall Street bets of all time.

In the multibillion-dollar business of biotech, where pharmaceutical companies, the government, hedge funds, and venture capitalists have spent billions on funding, experimentation, and treatments, a single molecule can stop cancer in its tracks – and make the people who find that rare molecule astonishingly rich. For Blood and Money follows a small team at a biotech start-up in California, who have found one of these rare molecules. Their compound, known as a BTK inhibitor, seems to work on a vicious type of leukemia. When patients start rising from their hospice beds, the team knows they’re onto something big.

What follows is a story of genius, pathos, and drama, in which vivid characters navigate a world of corporate intrigue and ambiguous morality. Vardi’s narrative immerses readers in the recent explosion of biotech start-ups. He describes the scientists, doctors, and investors who are risking everything to develop new, life-saving treatments, and introduces suffering patients for whom the stakes are life-or-death. A gripping nonfiction read, For Blood and Money illustrates why it’s so hard to bring new drugs to market, explains why they are so expensive, and examines how profit-driven venture capitalists are shaping the future of medicine.

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Unlock the secrets of the high-stakes world of biotech in "Blood and Money: Billionaires, Biotech, and the Quest for a Blockbuster Drug". This gripping narrative takes you on a thrilling journey through the cutthroat industry, where billions of dollars are at stake and the pursuit of the next breakthrough drug drives fierce competition. Discover the untold stories of billionaires, scientists, and entrepreneurs who risk it all for the chance to make a game-changing discovery.

If you're fascinated by the power struggles and behind-the-scenes deals that shape the pharmaceutical landscape, "Blood and Money" is a must-read. This captivating book dives deep into the complex web of money, politics, and science that drives the race to develop the next blockbuster drug. Gain a unique perspective on the inner workings of the biotech industry and get a front-row seat to the battles fought in boardrooms and laboratories around the world.

With its blend of real-life stories, suspenseful narratives, and in-depth research, "Blood and Money" will keep you hooked from the first page to the last. Whether you're a biotech enthusiast or simply curious about the inner workings of the pharmaceutical world, this book is a captivating exploration of how money, ambition, and scientific discovery intertwine. Don't miss out on this thrilling journey into the high-risk, high-reward realm of biotech.

Experience the thrill of the biotech industry through "Blood and Money: Billionaires, Biotech, and the Quest for a Blockbuster Drug". Get your copy today and delve into the world where fortunes are made and lost, where breakthroughs have the power to change lives, and where the quest for a blockbuster drug can make or break careers. Ready to uncover the shocking truths and gripping tales that lie beneath the surface of the pharmaceutical business? Order your copy of "Blood and Money" now here.

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