Fostering Research Synergies between Chemists in Swiss Academia and at Novartis

Abstract

We present a short overview of the way Novartis chemists interact and collaborate with the academic chemistry community in Switzerland. This article exemplifies a number of collaborations, and illustrates opportunities to foster research synergies between academic and industrial researchers. It also describes established programs available to academic groups, providing them access to Novartis resources and expertise.

Keywords

• chemical development
• chemistry
• collaborations
• drug discovery
• partnerships