STAT+: Hair-raising trial results, and Servier’s M&A wishlist

statnews.com·Apr 30, 2026

The latest episode of "The Readout LOUD" discusses the growing investor interest in hair loss drugs and explores the potential of artificial intelligence to enhance clinical trial efficiency. The podcast features insights from Veradermics CEO Reid Waldman and Servier Pharmaceuticals CEO David Lee regarding recent developments in biotech and acquisitions.

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