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Making a difference: Our 16th annual Global Week of Service
1 min read

Our annual Global Week of Service is a longstanding tradition and opportunity for Vertexians around the world to give back to the communities where we live and work. Find out how we made an impact in our 16th year.

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The highs and lows of living with type 1 diabetes: A patient roundtable discussion
2 min read

Hear more from five individuals living with type 1 diabetes about how their diagnosis and management journey has impacted them and their loved ones.

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The Vertex Foundation Scholarship: Empowering futures
3 min read

From recent high school graduates to those pursuing advanced degrees, this year’s Vertex Foundation Scholars are chasing their dreams.

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The state of pain in America
4 min read

U.S. survey reveals patient and health care provider insights on acute pain management. Learn more about this significant unmet need and its impact.

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Advancing independent research in cystic fibrosis
2 min read

Learn how we support independent research in cystic fibrosis (CF) through our Vertex CF Research Innovation Awards and Vertex Innovation Awards programs.

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Portraits of strength: Bringing sickle cell into focus
6 min read

Our commitment to the sickle cell community extends beyond our research. Learn how we’ve worked with Sickle Cell Warriors to amplify their voices and experiences, highlighting the multifaceted nature of this disease.

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Meet the 2024 Vertex Science Leaders Scholarship recipients
4 min read

Congratulations to our newest Vertex Science Leaders Scholarship recipients. 

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Over two decades of history behind our innovation in pain
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At Vertex, we’re fearless in our pursuit of innovation, and we’ve spent over 20 years researching potential medicines to treat pain.

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Advocating for alternatives: The Rhodes family story
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Kerri and Taylor Rhodes felt helpless as they watched their son struggle with substance use disorder after being prescribed an opioid to help with postoperative pain. When their daughter faced the same procedure years later, the family was determined to find a different way to manage her pain.

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Targeting genetic kidney disease
1 min read

APOL1-mediated kidney disease (AMKD) is a serious disease with a high unmet need — exactly the type of problem that fits our research strategy. Hear from experts in our AMKD podcast episode, in partnership with Bloomberg Media Studios.

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Reflecting on 2023 — The Vertex Foundation
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When reflecting on 2023, it is clear that the Vertex Foundation had another strong year of impact through its nonprofit partnerships in our amazing communities and with the unwavering support of Vertexians.

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The drive behind our drug discovery process
1 min read

Listen to Jason McCartney, Senior Director, Medicinal Chemistry, discuss an overview of the drug discovery process at Vertex Pharmaceuticals.

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Global Day of Service: 15 years of impact
1 min read

Join us as we celebrate 15 years of giving back at Vertex.

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Developing medicines with patients at the forefront
1 min read

Watch as our Senior Vice President and San Diego Site Head, Sabine Hadida, breaks down our drug discovery process and the importance of grit, teamwork and determination.

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Targeting type 1 diabetes
1 min read

We’re investigating type 1 diabetes at the cellular level. Hear from experts in our type 1 diabetes podcast episode, in partnership with Bloomberg Media Studios.

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Dr. Todd Bertoch shares his perspective on pain
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Learn more about Dr. Bertoch’s experience as an anesthesiologist and the unmet medical need in his area of work. 

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Supporting Vertex families from the start
2 min read

Vertex Pharmaceuticals is a place where you can grow, work and be supported at home. We believe it’s important to not only take care of employees but families as a whole.

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Vertex Foundation Scholarship helps students achieve dreams
2 min read

The Vertex Foundation aims to help support the entire family — including educational funding for people living with cystic fibrosis, their loved ones and caregivers.

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Supporting learning in our communities with Vertex laptops
3 min read

Our “We” Wins mentality at work. Read about how Vertex employees challenged the status quo and created opportunities to donate retired laptops to students in our communities.

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Problem solving and efficiency in the drug discovery process
1 min read

Listen to James Sinclair, ‪Senior Director of Engineering & Applied Physics, talk about how our engineers partner with our scientists to optimize the drug discovery process.

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San Diego Learning Lab: Our high school summer internship
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Our high school internship program represents the best of workplace-based learning. Join students in our Learning Lab in San Diego to learn more.

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Oxford Learning Lab: Our year 12 summer internship
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Step inside our Oxford, U.K., Learning Lab and learn about our year 12 summer internship, one of our signature STEAM education programs.

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Understanding how mRNA therapy works
1 min read

Learn about how mRNA therapy could potentially benefit people living with serious diseases.

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Understanding cell therapies and potential applications
1 min read

Cells are often called the building blocks of life, and cell therapies are one of the ways we’re trying to unlock innovative ways to treat serious diseases.

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Give blood and keep the world beating: Voices of gratitude on World Blood Donor Day
4 min read

On World Blood Donor Day, hear from two individuals living with sickle cell disease and transfusion-dependent beta thalassemia as they share their stories, shed light on their struggles, and emphasize the impact blood donation has had on their disease and quality of life.

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The journey of our drug discovery process
1 min read

Paul Negulescu, Senior Vice President, Research, talks about the journey his team has taken over the last 20 years.

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The potential future of small molecules
1 min read

Learn about how small molecules can potentially make a big impact on the future of medicine. They are just one of our tools that are being investigated to unlock new ways to impact serious diseases.

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Boston Learning Lab: Our high school summer internship
1 min read

Step inside our Boston Learning Lab and learn about our high school summer internship, one of our signature STEAM education programs.

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Continuing our cystic fibrosis journey
1 min read

Listen to Fred Van Goor, Vice President of Cystic Fibrosis Research, talk about our commitment to pursuing new therapeutic advances for all people living with cystic fibrosis and how this commitment drives scientific innovation.

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Our commitment to patients
1 min read

Rebecca Hunt, Vice President of Patient and Community Engagement, highlights Vertex’s uncompromising commitment to patients.

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Conditioning regimens: A crucial step in stem cell transplantation
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Learn about an essential component in stem cell transplants, known as conditioning regimens. This is just one of the tools in our drug discovery toolbox that could support potential treatments.

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Representation matters: Investing in changemakers
1 min read

Learn how Vertex remains committed to increasing representation in science and medicine through our partnership with the Biomedical Science Careers Program.

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Innovative approaches: Breaking down cell encapsulation
1 min read

Learn about one of our innovative approaches, cell encapsulation. This is just one of the tools in our drug discovery toolbox that has the potential to treat serious diseases.

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Taking a patient-first approach to clinical trials
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Mark Higgins, Senior Director of Clinical Development, highlights Vertex’s patient-first approach to clinical trials and discusses his experience discovering potential treatments for people with cystic fibrosis.

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The Vertex Foundation — A look back at 2022
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Looking back on 2022, the Vertex Foundation remains grateful and excited for the future. From supporting healthy families to social innovation and STEAM education, we’re proud of the impact Foundation partners continue to make in our communities around the world. 

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See inside. See cystic fibrosis
1 min read

Cystic fibrosis is a rare, genetic, progressive disease, in which symptoms and organ damage can manifest very early in life. These may not, however, be outwardly visible in all children and while some children can appear well on the outside, what is happening inside their bodies can tell a different story. 

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Vertex employees share their experiences with type 1 diabetes
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We are lucky to have some of our very own ‘Vertexians’ willing to share their stories about living with or caring for someone with T1D. We invite you to learn from them and help raise awareness for T1D this month.

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Raising awareness of APOL1-mediated kidney disease with basketball Hall-of-Famer Alonzo Mourning
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Alonzo Mourning was at the height of his legendary basketball career when he was diagnosed with what is now known as APOL1-mediated kidney disease (AMKD). We’re teaming up to help raise awareness of AMKD and empower others to take a proactive role in their health. (Alonzo Mourning is a paid spokesperson for Vertex Pharmaceuticals.)

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Meet Vertex’s 2022 Science Leaders Scholars: Derya Balata and Teame Araya
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Derya Balata and Teame Araya are Vertex’s newest Science Leaders Scholars. Learn more about these two outstanding students who have been selected to receive a four-year, full scholarship to pursue a STEM-related course of study at the University of Massachusetts. 

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Vertex celebrates its 2022 Working Parents of the Year honorees
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Vertex is proud to share that it has been named — once again — to Seramount’s 100 Best Companies list and the Best Companies for Dads list. Learn more about what sets us apart and meet our Working Parents of the Year honorees, Genzy Davis and Ravin Warnakulasuriya. 

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Meet (a few of) Vertex’s type 1 diabetes team members
3 min read

Incredible talent and cross-functional collaboration. All that and more with Vertex’s type 1 diabetes team. Meet a few of the team members who are making a difference.

Stephanie Franklin and Leela Paris
Meet two of Vertex’s exemplary women leaders
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The evolution of global STEAM education at Vertex
3 min read
Melodie Knowlton speaking to students in the Vertex Learning Lab
Introducing Vertex’s 2021 Science Leaders Scholars
3 min read
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Vertex Foundation: 2020 impact overview
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Direct Relief
The Vertex Foundation commits $5 million to global COVID-19 relief efforts
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