Merck Research Laboratories facilities designated as “Milestones in Microbiology” sites
Facilities chosen for their contributions to anti-infectives and vaccines.
Merck (MSD), has announced that Merck Research Laboratories (MRL) facilities in Rahway, NJ, and West Point, Pa., have been designated as “Milestones in Microbiology” sites by the American Society for Microbiology (ASM) for their contributions to anti-infectives and vaccines, respectively. This is the first time a biopharmaceutical company has received this recognition. The ASM Milestones in Microbiology program recognizes institutions and scientists that have made significant contributions toward advancing the science of microbiology.
“Merck is honored to be the first biopharmaceutical company to receive this recognition from the American Society for Microbiology as we celebrate our 125th anniversary,” said Dr Roger M. Perlmutter, president, Merck Research Laboratories. “We are proud of our legacy of antimicrobial research and remain steadfast in our commitment to treating and preventing infectious diseases.”
The MRL facilities were designated as ASM Milestones in Microbiology sites in recognition of the company’s research and development efforts including
“The Milestones in Microbiology program includes prominent sites that fundamentally impact the microbial sciences. From the perspective of the ASM, Merck Research Laboratories has met and exceeded all the criteria required for recognition as a Milestones site. We are especially pleased to recognize it as the first industrial Milestones site,” said Susan Sharp, president of the American Society for Microbiology.
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