Almirall Launches The Hive, Creating a Novel Collaborative Innovation Hub to Advance Life Sciences and Healthcare
Almirall, a global pharmaceutical company dedicated to medical dermatology, today announced the launch of “The Hive”, a novel scientific research hub located at its R&D centre in Barcelona, Spain. The Hive is designed to foster collaboration among researchers from biotech companies, start-ups, academia, and Almirall’s scientists, creating a unique innovation ecosystem that is aimed at advancing scientific breakthroughs and enhancing research success.
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From left upper row, to right: Marc Soriano, R&D Project Portfolio and Partnership, Lidia Martín, General Manager of Almirall Iberia, Antonio Gallardo, Jorge Gallardo, Dr. Karl Ziegelbauer, Chief Scientific Officer of Almirall, Meritxell Granell, Director of Institutional Relations, Raquel Yotti, PERTE Commissioner for Vanguard Health, Olga Pané, Consellera de Salut, Lourdes Borrell, Mayoress of Sant Feliu de Llobregat, Salvador Illa, President of the Generalitat de Catalunya, Carlos Gallardo, CEO and President of Almirall, Juan Cruz Cigudosa, Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Universities, Núria Montserrat, Consellera de Recerca i Universitats, and Jaume Baró, Secretary for Business and Competitiveness of the Department of Business and Employment. (Photo: Business Wire)
The Hive builds on Almirall's open innovation centre, which began operations in 2023 with collaborations with two life science companies. The arrival of two new joiners announced today contribute to the creation of this unique collaboration ecosystem, following the initial partnerships with ZeClinics, a Contract Research Organization (CRO) specializing in genetics research using zebrafish as a model organism, and Centrient Pharmaceuticals, a global leader in sustainable biosynthetic pharmaceutical products.
The initiative was launched today as part of Almirall's 80th anniversary celebrations, bringing together health authorities, representatives from associations, entities, and institutions with whom Almirall closely collaborates to deliver against its commitment to patients, innovation, and the advancement of healthcare. The new joiners at The Hive include ADmit Therapeutics a company focused on the early detection of Alzheimer’s and other neurodegenerative diseases through technology that combines epigenetic and clinical data using machine learning. The most recent addition is Microomics a company specializing in metagenomic analysis using new DNA sequencing technologies (NGS).
"At Almirall, we bring together scientific experts from different disciplines in a collaborative environment as we see the transformative power collaboration has to push the boundaries of science and drive the development of novel solutions. An open innovation ecosystem that fosters this collaboration lays an exceptional foundation for breakthroughs in both scientific discovery and product development. We are proud to lead the way with The Hive, a unique initiative designed to advance science and innovation. By working together, we can address critical unmet needs and deliver meaningful progress in healthcare, ensuring that our innovations make a tangible difference in the lives of patients and their families", stated Dr. Karl Ziegelbauer, Almirall’s Chief Scientific Officer.
80 years of innovation and commitment to patients
Almirall is celebrating its 80th anniversary, marking eight decades of commitment to patients, innovation, and healthcare advancement. To commemorate this milestone, the company hosted an institutional event at its R&D centre in Barcelona, Spain. The event brought together health authorities, partners and institutional representatives, including the President of the Generalitat de Catalunya, Salvador Illa, Juan Cruz Cigudosa, Secretary of State for Science, Innovation, and Universities, María José Alonso, professor of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Technology at the University of Santiago de Compostela (USC), and Lourdes Borrell, Mayor of Sant Feliu de Llobregat.
Professor María José Alonso congratulated Almirall for its 80 decades “preserving the value of science and its transfer to industry in the best way, contributing to development and well-being, and elevating scientific value in the development of the Spanish innovative ecosystem, fostering a brighter future for all”.
Almirall was founded in Spain in 1944 with the purpose of giving people access to impactful medicines, a goal that continues to guide the company in its ambition as a leading medical dermatology. Almirall´s heritage, its deep scientific expertise, and the strong partnerships with the dermatology community worldwide are the foundation for its broad portfolio of dermatological treatments. Grounded in science and driven by innovation, the company continuously advances the understanding of skin diseases and provides solutions for even the most complex conditions. Based on this dedication, Almirall has become a leader in medical dermatology in Europe, with a strong portfolio of more than 50 products across different modalities, including topical, systemic, and biologics.
The company has invested 1 billion Euros in R&D in medical dermatology in the last decade which represents a continuous investment of over 12% of its annual net sales in R&D. This investment supports all phases of research conducted at its R&D centre – from discovery to late-stage clinical testing. Almirall’s close partnership with patients and dermatologists positions the company as a trusted and reliable partner, as it constantly focuses on understanding their needs to translate these into innovative solutions, helping improve people's lives both physically and emotionally.
Carlos Gallardo, Chairman and CEO of Almirall: "Celebrating 80 years is a testament to Almirall’s enduring commitment to innovation and patient care. Our journey has been driven by a profound dedication to improving patients' lives and providing meaningful treatments. As a family-owned company, we think in generations, and have consistently prioritized innovation in medical dermatology, investing over 1 billion Euros in R&D in this area over the last decade. We are grateful for the dedication of our teams across the company, and our partners and collaborators that enable us to help so many patients, every day. Our leading capabilities in skin biology and product development will continue to be a cornerstone of our mission, ensuring our sustained focus on science and innovation to deliver healthcare solutions to patients and the medical community."
About Almirall
Almirall is a global pharmaceutical company dedicated to medical dermatology. We closely collaborate with leading scientists, healthcare professionals, and patients to deliver our purpose: to transform the patients' world by helping them realize their hopes and dreams for a healthy life. We are at the forefront of science to deliver ground-breaking, differentiated medical dermatology innovations that address patients´ needs.
Almirall, founded in 1944 and headquartered in Barcelona, is publicly traded on the Spanish Stock Exchange (ticker: ALM, total revenue in 2023: €898.8 MM, 1900 employees globally). Almirall products help to improve the lives of patients every day and are available in over 100 countries.
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