Disruption or Evolution?
Yesterday I attended and spoke at the Financial Times Global Pharma and Biotech Summit in London on the topic of disruption in life sciences.
The concept of disruption has become quite popular in business circles recently. However, when it comes to science and technology, I don't see it as disruption - I see it as a natural and needed evolution. Let me explain why.
Science is always changing and evolving. Every new finding, no matter how small or large, adds to our collective scientific understanding. For example, our knowledge of diseases has significantly grown thanks to advancements in our understanding of human biology. These insights have led to new treatments and therapies, improving patient outcomes.
The evolution of science isn't just about collecting data or making discoveries. New technologies like genomic sequencing and artificial intelligence have provided new ways for us to analyze and interpret data on a scale that was previously unimaginable, leading to breakthroughs that were once thought impossible.
The continuous evolution of science is also driven by collaboration and dialogue. By working together across different fields and industries, we can combine diverse perspectives to solve complex problems. Encouraging scientists to think creatively can lead to innovative solutions.
The ongoing disruption, or evolution as I prefer to call it, in the world of science is a testament to our relentless pursuit of knowledge and innovation.
As we continue to discover new truths, we expose more opportunities for new discoveries. Let's embrace this journey of constant change and growth, as it is the path to a better future.
And you, how would you call it: disruption, evolution or something else?
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Executive Key Account Manager Neurology | Intrinsically Driven | Successful Pharmaceutical & Medical Devices Sales Professional | National Sales Excellence Award Winner 2011/2021-23 | People-centric | Realist | Pioneer
1 年Evolution for a better outcome and a better future… optimistic choice of word…disruption often leads to chaos and confusion ??
Director, ISREC Foundation, AGORA cancer research center, Lausanne
1 年Absolutely true, J-C! The scientific process is a contiuum of making a proposition, disproval of the hypothesis and rebuilding a new one, only to be shot down or disrupted again. It is the scientific method and it works. We gain a lot of crucial understanding on the way. Scientific method IS “disruptive ” if you want to call it that. If we cannot put our current understanding on the line to be challenged and disproven, we cannot move forward. That’s why scientists make great (but difficult) bosses. ??
Global Regulatory Affairs, Regulatory CMC, Global Regulatory Strategy, and Quality
1 年Great job.
Clinical Trial Leader #CNS #ECOA #RaterTraining #eConsent #EDC #Biotech
1 年An enlightening perspective, Mr. Tellier. Your view of disruption in life sciences as a "natural and needed evolution" resonates deeply, especially considering the rapid advancements in fields like genomics and AI. Every scientific discovery, whether big or small, contributes to our collective progress and is particularly inspiring. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and vision!
Senior Director Marketing @ Camurus | Commercial Leadership Team leader
1 年I would call it R-Evolution!