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[[File:MerckHQ-cropped.png|thumb|right|Merck & Co., Inc. headquarters in Kenilworth, New Jersey]] | |||
'''Merck & Co., Inc.''' is a global healthcare company that delivers innovative health solutions through its prescription medicines, vaccines, biologic therapies, and animal health products. Known as '''MSD''' outside the United States and Canada, Merck is one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in the world. | |||
==History== | ==History== | ||
Merck & Co. was originally established as the United States subsidiary of the German company [[Merck Group]] in 1891. Following World War I, it became an independent American company. Over the years, Merck has been at the forefront of research and development in the pharmaceutical industry, contributing significantly to the advancement of medical science. | |||
==Research and Development== | |||
Merck is renowned for its commitment to [[research and development]] (R&D), investing billions annually to discover and develop new medicines and vaccines. The company's R&D efforts focus on areas such as oncology, infectious diseases, diabetes, and vaccines. | |||
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==Products== | |||
Merck's product portfolio includes a wide range of prescription medicines, vaccines, and biologic therapies. Some of its well-known products include the [[HPV vaccine]] Gardasil, the diabetes medication Januvia, and the cancer immunotherapy Keytruda. | |||
== | ==Corporate Structure== | ||
Merck operates through several divisions, including Human Health, Animal Health, and Manufacturing. The company is headquartered in [[Kenilworth, New Jersey]], and has a significant global presence with operations in over 140 countries. | |||
==Corporate Social Responsibility== | |||
Merck is committed to corporate social responsibility, focusing on improving access to healthcare, environmental sustainability, and ethical business practices. The company has various programs aimed at increasing access to medicines in low-income countries and reducing its environmental footprint. | |||
[[ | ==Related pages== | ||
[[ | * [[Pharmaceutical industry]] | ||
[[ | * [[Vaccine]] | ||
* [[Biotechnology]] | |||
* [[Drug development]] | |||
[[Category:Pharmaceutical companies of the United States]] | |||
[[Category:Companies based in New Jersey]] | |||
[[Category:Health care companies established in 1891]] | |||
Latest revision as of 05:55, 16 February 2025
Merck & Co., Inc. is a global healthcare company that delivers innovative health solutions through its prescription medicines, vaccines, biologic therapies, and animal health products. Known as MSD outside the United States and Canada, Merck is one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in the world.
History[edit]
Merck & Co. was originally established as the United States subsidiary of the German company Merck Group in 1891. Following World War I, it became an independent American company. Over the years, Merck has been at the forefront of research and development in the pharmaceutical industry, contributing significantly to the advancement of medical science.
Research and Development[edit]
Merck is renowned for its commitment to research and development (R&D), investing billions annually to discover and develop new medicines and vaccines. The company's R&D efforts focus on areas such as oncology, infectious diseases, diabetes, and vaccines.
Products[edit]
Merck's product portfolio includes a wide range of prescription medicines, vaccines, and biologic therapies. Some of its well-known products include the HPV vaccine Gardasil, the diabetes medication Januvia, and the cancer immunotherapy Keytruda.
Corporate Structure[edit]
Merck operates through several divisions, including Human Health, Animal Health, and Manufacturing. The company is headquartered in Kenilworth, New Jersey, and has a significant global presence with operations in over 140 countries.
Corporate Social Responsibility[edit]
Merck is committed to corporate social responsibility, focusing on improving access to healthcare, environmental sustainability, and ethical business practices. The company has various programs aimed at increasing access to medicines in low-income countries and reducing its environmental footprint.
