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a16z Podcast: Move Fast But Don't Break Things (When It Comes to Computational Biology)

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Decentralizing the Pharma Landscape

This chapter explores the evolution of the pharmaceutical industry, drawing parallels to the Hollywood movie business as both sectors shift towards decentralization. It highlights the impact of technology, particularly cloud computing, on enhancing efficiency and cost-effectiveness, enabling smaller companies to compete with larger firms. Additionally, the chapter addresses the modernization of long-standing practices and the transition towards a more systematic approach in biological research through 'cloud biology' and automated processes.

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