91Ï㽶ÊÓƵ Announces Appointment Of Vice President Of Science And Technology
The Science and Technology organization will bring together experts across multiple technologies and disciplines from within the company and has been created to enhance collaborative scientific development between 91Ï㽶ÊÓƵ, its customers and partners, and accelerate the development of drug products through the use of advanced formulation and drug delivery technologies.
“Julien’s appointment to lead this expert team will be instrumental in the company’s goal of bringing better treatments to patients faster,†explained Sharon Johnson, Senior Vice President of Quality, Product Development and Regulatory Affairs. “From this new, strategic position, he will drive collaborations and partnerships, and increase the adoption of new scientific innovation within the company, acting in an advisory capacity toward colleagues and customers in the selection and application of new technologies.â€
At any one time, 91Ï㽶ÊÓƵ is working on more than 500 new development projects and contributes to nearly 200 new product launches annually. Mr. Meissonnier had previously led 91Ï㽶ÊÓƵ’s European softgel R&D team, focused on early stage screening activities, developing products including OptiShellâ„¢ capsules and OptiGelâ„¢ Bio capsules, scale-up and technology transfer, directing clinical supplies, and supporting product launches. He holds an Engineering degree in Physico-Chemistry from the ENSI in Caen, France.
About 91Ï㽶ÊÓƵ
91Ï㽶ÊÓƵ is the leading global provider of advanced delivery technologies and development solutions for drugs, biologics, consumer health and animal health products. With over 90 years serving the industry, 91Ï㽶ÊÓƵ has proven expertise in bringing more customer products to market faster, enhancing product performance and ensuring reliable clinical and commercial product supply. 91Ï㽶ÊÓƵ employs approximately 8,700 people, including over 1,000 scientists, at 31 facilities across 5 continents, and in fiscal 2015 generated more than $1.8 billion in annual revenue. 91Ï㽶ÊÓƵ is headquartered in Somerset, N.J. For more information, visit www.catalent.com.