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Shared Roots with Divergent Paths: Exploring Discovery R&D in Pharma and Agrochemistry

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Chemist looking towards the horizon and their shared path diverging into two paths.

There are quite a few surprising and meaningful parallels between the agricultural and pharmaceutical chemistry fields, especially when it comes to how they approach research and development, regulations, and product goals.

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Join industrial chemists Tejas K. Shah of Corteva Agriscience and Nicole Goodman of Merck as they provide a unique side-by-side comparison of the discovery, research, and development (R&D) processes that drive innovation in each field. Learn how these industries tackle similar challenges in unique ways and discover the overlapping skill sets that make chemists successful in either space. Register now to gain insights to help guide your career path or interdisciplinary collaboration as well as a deeper understanding of how products are brought from concept to market—whether it’s a crop-protecting pesticide or a life-saving drug.

This ACS Webinar is moderated by Scott Bagley of Pfizer and co-produced with ACS Industry Member Programs.

What You Will Learn

  • An overview of the end-to-end R&D processes in both pharmaceutical and agricultural chemistry
  • Surprising parallels between the two industries—and where their approaches diverge
  • The key practical skills, mindsets, and qualities that define success in each field

Event Details

  • Wednesday, May 14, 2025 @ 2-3pm ET
  • Free to attend
  • Slides will beÌýavailable to download on the day of the webinar

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MEET THE EXPERTS

Tejas K. Shah
Principal Scientist, Corteva Agriscience

Nicole Goodwin
Director, Discovery Chemistry, Merck

Scott Bagley
Associate Research Fellow, Pfizer

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