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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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Discover the captivating story of Blood and Money: Billionaires, Biotech, and the Quest for a Blockbuster Drug. Unlock the secrets of how an audacious biotechnology company created a groundbreaking cancer drug that has the potential to save countless lives. Dive into this gripping business narrative and scientific thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
Follow a trail of perseverance and determination as the core team of this upstart biotech firm battles against the odds, overcoming challenges and setbacks, to create a one-in-a-million cancer drug. Denied their fair share of the profits, these resilient individuals prove their mettle by going back and doing it all over again. Prepare to be enthralled by their unwavering commitment to making a difference in the world.
Experience the thrilling intersection between money and science with For Blood and Money. Witness the extraordinary journey of how the invention of two monumental cancer drugs became two of the most successful Wall Street bets in history. This epic saga will take you behind the scenes of the multibillion-dollar biotech industry, where a single molecule has the power to stop cancer in its tracks and transform the lives of those affected.
Immerse yourself in the world of biotech start-ups as you join a small team in California. They have discovered a rare molecule, a BTK inhibitor, which shows incredible promise in combating a relentless form of leukemia. Experience the exhilaration as patients rise from their hospice beds, witnessing the real-life impact of this groundbreaking discovery. This is a story of genius, pathos, and drama that will leave you inspired and awestruck.
At its core, For Blood and Money delves into the intersection of corporate intrigue and ambiguous morality. Explore the world of pharmaceutical giants, government involvement, hedge funds, and venture capitalists who invest billions into funding, research, and treatment development. Gain insights into the exhilarating and ruthless race to bring life-saving drugs to market while examining the complex dynamics between profit-driven motives and the future of medicine.
Get ready to embark on a captivating journey that offers an inside look into the challenges faced in the development and commercialization of new drugs. Understand the reasons behind the soaring cost of healthcare and how it affects patients. This gripping nonfiction read will leave you both informed and entertained, ensuring you never look at the pharmaceutical industry the same way again. Don't miss out on this eye-opening tale!
Immerse yourself in the world of biotech, where innovation meets humanity, and progress battles against adversity. Experience this thrilling narrative by securing your copy of For Blood and Money today!
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