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Translating world-class science into novel life-changing therapies

Orion’s pharmaceutical R&D focuses on oncology and pain. At the heart of our work is the desire to improve ​quality of life and address unmet medical needs.
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Our focus in oncology and pain

Our research focuses on understanding the biological mechanisms underlying disease and translating scientific discoveries into future therapies.

Research areas and technologies
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Our key clinical development pipeline

Explore our key clinical pharmaceutical development projects.
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Building a fast-lane to novel therapies

Our goal is to shorten the time from idea to market of new innovative medicines by using data and artificial intelligence.
Join the Orion Pharma Veturi research ecosystem
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A career with purpose

We combine Nordic values with a global mindset. Join our R&D teams in Finland, the UK and the US.

Explore our current opportunities
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Innovative treatments

We have a long history in developing novel therapies for a wide range of diseases and treatment needs.
Explore our innovations
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What does it take to develop a new medicine?

The journey might take up to fifteen years.

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Partnering with Orion

Partnerships and networking are important for Orion throughout the entire value chain of operations. We collaborate with other companies in research and development, manufacturing and marketing of products internationally.

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Explore our R&D stories

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