Collaboration Blends Advanced Cloud Technologies, Open-Source Collaboration, and Data Science Integration to support UCB’s development pipeline
UCB, a global biopharmaceutical company, and Domino Data Lab, provider of a leading data science platform trusted by the world’s largest enterprises, announced a strategic collaboration aimed at modernizing a Statistical Computing Environment (SCE) for the life sciences industry. This joint effort aims to transform the legacy SCE into unified, scalable, and flexible platforms to meet the evolving demands of clinical research, regulatory compliance, and efficient data analysis.
The two companies will work together to implement a modern cloud-enabled environment that integrates diverse analytical tools, such as SAS, R, and Python, within a unified framework. This platform will leverage Domino’s expertise in cloud technologies and open-source support, combined with UCB’s deep clinical research and regulatory knowledge. Together, this effort aims to enhance research capabilities and maintain compliance with industry standards like GxP, FDA 21 CFR Part 11, and GDPR.
“At UCB, we believe that innovation thrives through collaboration, and this partnership exemplifies our commitment to evolving and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in life sciences. By harnessing advanced technologies to modernize our statistical computing environment and combining our expertise with Domino’s cutting-edge platform, we aim to accelerate the development of innovative therapies for people living with severe diseases,” said Mike Branson, SVP, Head Biometrics and Data Science, UCB. He added, “This new SCE will embed critical metadata and workflow management to enable searchable, responsible data re-use, accelerating our cutting-edge Data Science and enabling more efficient drug development and evidence-based decision making.”
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The collaboration is aligned with UCB’s broader scientific innovation strategy, which includes leveraging pathways, populations, and technology platforms to uncover the root biological causes of diseases, deepen understanding of patient populations, and accelerate R&D pipelines.
“We’re proud to partner with UCB to help patients get new therapies faster,” said Nick Elprin, CEO and co-founder of Domino Data Lab. “Together, we aim to lead the way in modernizing Statistical Computing Environments to accelerate clinical development with greater speed, flexibility, and confidence.”
The modernized SCE will bring immediate benefits to researchers, data scientists, and patients by providing streamlined access to state-of-the-art tools. Enhancing UCB’s capabilities in this way should expedite the development of differentiated therapies, offering faster, more tailored treatment options for those living with severe diseases. Additionally, the integration of advanced data science will enable more efficient clinical studies, leveraging large-scale data analysis to enhance predictions about efficacy and tolerability.
This collaboration also emphasizes UCB and Domino’s shared commitment to driving innovation across the life sciences industry. By contributing to initiatives like PHUSE, and the SCE Coalition, the partnership aims to foster open-source principles, challenge industry norms, and establish global standards for efficient and compliant statistical environments. Together, UCB and Domino are not only advancing their own operations but also paving the way for broader industry transformation.
Source: PRNewswire