Innovation

In our commitment to R&D, the numbers speak for themselves

We follow the science where we can make the greatest difference

March 1, 2023

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Our scientists are revolutionizing how we discover and develop medicines and vaccines to address unmet medical needs, guiding invention in the areas of oncology, vaccines, infectious diseases, cardio-metabolic disorders, neuroscience and more. 

With a science-led but portfolio-driven approach to our pipeline, we use the power of leading-edge science to save and improve the lives of humans and animals around the world. And, that’s why we’re expanding and investing in our research and discovery efforts.

Here’s a look at how we got there:

2022 by the numbers

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$13.5 billion

Our research and development investment

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19,200

Employees driving our research activities

 

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1,600+

Publications by our scientists in peer-reviewed journals

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88,000+

Patients enrolled in our clinical trials at more than 21,000+ sites worldwide

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50+

Countries around the world where we are conducting clinical trials

 

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300+

Late-stage clinical trials around the world

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2

New major acquisitions to broaden our reach

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97

Significant business development deals to enhance our pipeline

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Our pipeline

We follow the science where we can make the greatest difference, now and in the future.

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