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Jesse Mendelsohn and Michael Grosberg from Model N discuss why U.S. pricing complexity is spreading globally, the collapse of the PBM rebate model, what's really driving the pharmaceutical manufacturing boom, and why direct-to-consumer discount programs won't solve America's drug access problem.

00:00 Introduction to Life Science Success Podcast
00:34 Pressing Issues in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
00:51 Introducing the Experts from Model N
03:08 Understanding International Reference Pricing
04:14 Impact of US Pricing on Global Drug Launches
09:26 Challenges with Pharmacy Benefit Managers
16:29 Domestic Manufacturing Boom in Pharmaceuticals
23:08 AI in Drug Discovery and Personalized Medicine
29:03 Access and Policy Discussion
30:01 Direct to Consumer Pricing
31:32 TrumpRx Overview
33:11 Compliance Challenges
38:30 Pharmaceutical Revenue Management
41:38 AI in Life Sciences
48:35 Future of Life Sciences
50:45 Concerns and Challenges
53:52 Excitement in Current Work
55:54 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is Troy Fugate. The CCO of Compliance Insight, Inc., Troy brings 30+ years of FDA readiness, GMP, and quality leadership—turning complex requirements into practical, culture-shaping solutions and championing the Align–Apply–Adapt framework used across pharma, cell and gene therapy, and medical devices.

00:00 Introduction to Life Science Success Podcast

00:37 Meet Troy Fugate: CCO of Compliance Insight

01:09 Troy's Career Journey and FDA Focus

04:10 The Align, Apply, Adapt Framework

04:47 Differentiating Compliance Insight

08:03 The Importance of Clarity in Compliance

17:10 Challenges and Solutions in Compliance

25:38 Human Behavior and Continuous Improvement

34:39 Troy's Inspirations and Concerns

39:07 Final Thoughts and Closing Remarks

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In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is Byron Purse, co-founder of AlidaBio and professor of chemistry at San Diego State University who is pioneering innovative approaches to studying RNA modifications. Byron brings a wealth of expertise in synthetic and natural nucleic acid modifications, with a passion for advancing biotechnology and human health through his groundbreaking research and entrepreneurial endeavors.

00:00 Introduction to Life Science Success Podcast
00:29 Meet Byron Purse: Professor and Co-Founder of AlidaBio
01:05 Byron's Journey into Life Sciences
03:10 From Academia to Entrepreneurship
06:49 Founding AlidaBio: Vision and Mission
08:59 Innovations in RNA Modifications
23:09 Challenges and Successes in Developing the EpiPlex™ Platform
28:44 Leadership and Inspiration
35:00 Concerns and Future Outlook in Life Sciences
43:02 Conclusion and Final Thoughts