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How WuXi AppTec Aims to Catalyze Europe’s Biotech Transformation.

In an exclusive interview, Dr. Steve Yang, co-CEO of WuXi AppTec, shares insights on strengthening Europe’s biotech ecosystem through strategic CDMO partnerships.

Europe’s biotech space is hampered by a notable disparity: an abundance of research innovation existing in parallel with capital and commercialization challenges. While the region excels in fundamental research and early discovery, European biotechs often struggle with the capital-intensive journey from laboratory breakthrough to market-ready product.

Dr. Yang spoke to BioXconomy about how Europe can better capitalize on its scientific strengths through integrated development partnerships and ecosystem collaboration. As WuXi AppTec expands its European footprint with specialized facilities in Germany and Switzerland, Dr. Yang provided insights on connecting regional innovation hubs, navigating funding challenges, and building sustainable growth models that could potentially transform Europe’s scientific know-how into commercial leadership.

Read the full interview HERE