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Roche inaugurates new research home for the Institute of Human Biology, pioneering human model systems to accelerate drug discovery and development
The new building is part of a CHF 1.4 billion site investment, reinforcing Roche’s commitment to Switzerland and the Basel life sciences clusterThe Institute of Human Biology (IHB) enables scientists to pioneer human model systems, accelerating the development of new medicines to improve the lives of patientsFederal Councillor Elisabeth Baume-Schneider, Head of the Federal Department of Home Affairs (FDHA), will attend the official opening ceremony Basel, 23 March 2026 - Roche (SIX: RO, ROP; OTC
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