Research and development
View all storiesMacrocyclic peptides: the next wave of drug discovery
Merck scientists say the “Goldilocks” chemical modality could lead to new ways to impact disease
September 14, 2023
Progress in ovarian cancer research starts with patients
Reflecting on the history of clinical research and our inspiration to continue innovating for ovarian cancer patients
August 24, 2023
Meet two women at the forefront of our HIV research
Two esteemed scientists share their motivations and hopes for the future of HIV research
July 18, 2023
Podcast: Why neuroscience is the ‘final frontier’
Listen as specialists from Merck discuss what they’re most excited about in researching potential treatments for neurologic disorders
July 11, 2023
Researching new uses for a therapy that targets cancer cells
Merck scientists are evaluating potential antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) targets across both blood cancers and solid tumors
July 11, 2023
Teaming up with Eisai to help fight cancer
How we're leveraging each other’s unique strengths to help advance cancer research
June 14, 2023
Safeguarding the environment through green chemistry
When a manufacturing process doesn’t meet our standards, we build an award-winning, planet-friendly one
May 31, 2023
One scientist’s commitment to dengue fever research
Dr. Louis Macareo and his team work to help combat this mosquito-borne disease that may impact billions of people each year
May 30, 2023
Here for Good: Bridging the gap between bedside and bench
Members of Merck’s lung cancer clinical development team say working in the hospital inspired their drive to innovate for patients
May 24, 2023
Why cytomegalovirus (CMV) should be on your radar
CMV is a common virus and once you have it, it stays in your body for life
May 15, 2023
Pioneering better chemical reactions
Merck scientists help unlock the mystery of a key reaction and refine how molecular compounds are built
May 3, 2023
Individualized neoantigen therapies: exploring one medicine for one patient
Scientists are researching new ways to help train the immune system to fight cancer
April 13, 2023
Amplifying the power of women in chemistry
Graduate students are eligible for the Merck Research Award, which promotes diversity in chemistry and career advancement opportunities for female chemists
March 8, 2023
4 historical designations highlight groundbreaking scientific achievements
The American Chemical Society Landmark program recognizes important contributions to modern life through chemical sciences
March 2, 2023
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
Women in science? Absolutely
Strong career paths and cutting-edge science draw more women scientists -- like chemists and engineers -- to our small molecule process R&D team
February 3, 2023
VIDEO: Here for Good – When passion and curiosity fuel innovation
Hear how one of our scientists balances her work and family life to accelerate our groundbreaking research
February 2, 2023
Celebrating the life of trailblazing cardiovascular researcher Dr. Arthur Patchett
Over the course of his career with Merck, Dr. Patchett changed the treatment paradigm for cardiovascular disease
January 11, 2023
How antimicrobial resistance is threatening one of our most critical health tools
Why antibiotics are a critical medicine and how we can help protect them
November 7, 2022
Breaking new ground in Singapore
New facilities and job opportunities represent our dedication to the region and its people
October 19, 2022
Merck publishes 2021/2022 Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) Progress Report
Letter from our chief executive officer and president, Rob Davis
August 30, 2022
How Merck is using 3D printing to create innovative solutions
3D technology is helping optimize workstreams, shorten turn-around times, reduce costs and drive innovation
July 27, 2022
Proteins in space: taking our research to the final frontier
Merck Research Laboratories scientist Paul Reichert works with the International Space Station to drive innovation
June 29, 2022
Why we're expanding and investing in our research and discovery efforts
Our commitment to innovation helps ensure a brighter future for patients everywhere
June 8, 2022
STEM mentorship program helps underrepresented students shine
How we joined forces to develop a new program aimed at boosting diversity in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries
June 1, 2022
Here for Good: The human element inspiring our cancer research
Learn how one doctor turned his family connection to cancer into a career driven by scientific innovation
May 27, 2022
Women in STEM at Merck share who inspires them most
Why strong STEM opportunities for women are important during Women’s History Month and every month
February 16, 2022
6 New Year's resolutions Merck scientists are making in 2022
Hear what goals some of our senior scientists are tackling this year
January 19, 2022
When the world needs us, together we rise to the challenge
Merck CEO & President Rob Davis shares news with colleagues about our investigational COVID-19 medicine
December 23, 2021
Innovation in the fast lane
Merck and Corning are two years into a joint effort to maximize data science, one of today’s hottest research fields
December 9, 2021
Merck scientists launch research award to support rising chemists of color
Program provides career development and networking opportunities, fosters equity and inclusion
December 9, 2021
Curiosity inspires us to invent for life
Our researchers are dedicated to finding innovative answers to life’s challenging questions.
October 4, 2021
Childhood cancer patient dedicates his life to clinical trial research
After participating in a pediatric leukemia study, Arjan Ooms’ life has come full circle as our director of clinical research in the Netherlands
September 8, 2021
This scientist helps translate inventions into vaccines to protect public health
Beth-Ann Coller, executive director, global clinical development, knows how disease outbreaks underscore the importance of vaccines
February 24, 2021
How one woman’s diverse team is driving innovation in science and medicine
Rebecca Ruck is breaking down silos and leveraging diversity to invent smarter and greener ways to produce medicine
January 26, 2021
Our new London Discovery Research Center site
The $1.32 billion, 220,000-square-foot research facility will be located in London’s “Knowledge Quarter”
August 25, 2020