Books

RA Capital’s managing partner Peter Kolchinsky has authored two books which delve into biotech company creation and how society benefits – and should derive value from – the fruits of those companies’ labor.

The Great American Drug Deal

JANUARY 2020
The Great American Drug Deal examines the healthcare landscape through the lens of the Biotech Social Contract, including the government's role in inventing drugs, direct-to-consumer advertising, the opioid crisis, the price-jacking of old drugs, and the impact on America of lower drug costs in other countries.


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The Entrepreneur’s Guide to a Biotech Startup

JANUARY 2005
If you are considering starting your own biotech company, you will appreciate the wealth of practical information packed into The Entrepreneur’s Guide to a Biotech Startup. This free 100-page eBook is based on personal interviews with entrepreneurs, investors, attorneys, and other professionals who understand biotech venture creation and are eager to share their insights.


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