Promoting Competition
and Investment in the
U.S. Life Sciences Ecosystem
The U.S. life sciences ecosystem depends on mergers and acquisitions (M&A) to bring together the resources, investment and expertise needed to develop and deliver new treatments and cures for patients.
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ABOUT US
PULSE is dedicated to raising awareness about the vital role of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) as well as other collaborations to bring together the resources, investment and expertise needed to develop and deliver new treatments and cures for patients. Our members represent frontline researchers, employees and leaders of life sciences companies of all sizes that support a diverse, vibrant life sciences ecosystem at the national level and in local communities. PULSE will help advance a national dialogue focused on fostering innovation across the life sciences while supporting a competitive U.S. market that delivers next generation treatments and cures
for patients.
LATEST NEWS
From Innovation to Economic Growth: The Role of M&A in Local Communities
M&A in America’s life sciences industry not only plays a critical role in bringing new breakthroughs to patients, but also strengthens state economies across the country. Life sciences M&A plays a pivotal role in fueling innovation, creating jobs and attracting long-term investment to local communities.
New PULSE Resource: Research Article – The Impact of Pharmaceutical M&A on Innovation
A new PULSE resource includes key insights from economists at Cornerstone Research on the the unique and fundamental role of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in driving innovation across America’s biopharmaceutical industry.
Life Sciences M&A: A Vital Catalyst for Investment and Innovation
With more than 80% of life sciences companies operating without a profit, external investment—including from venture capital (VC)—is often critical to bringing a new treatment or cure to market. As macroeconomic headwinds have made investors increasingly cautious about investing in early-stage companies, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) play a crucial role in sustaining innovation across the American life sciences ecosystem.