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Does the Role of CDMO Need to Evolve?

In short: Yes, says Mat Minardi, Chief Scientific Officer at Sterling Pharma Solutions

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Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations (CDMOs) are pivotal in aiding pharmaceutical innovation, especially as geopolitical dynamics and complex drug molecules challenge traditional operational models. Mat Minardi from Sterling Pharma Solutions emphasizes the need for CDMOs to rethink their talent deployment and establish strategic long-term partnerships with big pharma. As drug development accelerates, organizations must adapt to provide efficient, cost-effective solutions while navigating pressures on funding and market readiness, ensuring patient-centric outcomes remain paramount.

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Does the Role of CDMO Need to Evolve?

In short: Yes, says Mat Minardi, Chief Scientific Officer at Sterling Pharma Solutions

  • by Stephanie Vine

  • January 14, 2026

  • 9 min

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