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全球三成新药来自中国,我国生物经济大有可为
第一财经·2025-09-05 09:54

Core Viewpoint - China's biomanufacturing and biotechnology sectors are experiencing significant growth, with advancements in CAR-T cell therapy, biopharmaceuticals, and digital pathology, positioning the country as a global leader in these fields [3][5][10]. Group 1: Biopharmaceuticals - China ranks second globally in the number of CAR-T clinical research centers, with 388 centers as of 2024, reflecting a 60% increase from 2020 [7]. - The biopharmaceutical market in China has surpassed 1.1 trillion yuan, with the number of new drug approvals reaching a five-year high of 93 in 2024 [6][7]. - China is now the second-largest biopharmaceutical market globally, with a significant number of drugs in development, narrowing the gap with the United States [7]. Group 2: Biotechnology and Innovation - The report highlights that China leads globally in biotechnology patent applications and research personnel, with over 30% of new innovative drugs and research pipelines originating from the country [5][11]. - The establishment of 23 biomanufacturing bases across the country indicates a robust infrastructure supporting the growth of the biomanufacturing sector [5]. - The "National Innovative Drug Insight System" was launched to enhance the efficiency of drug development and address challenges in identifying quality projects and matching strategic resources [9]. Group 3: Digital Pathology and Medical Devices - The Hubei Pathology Big Data Database has become the second-largest globally, with 170,000 high-precision digital slices, expected to exceed 500,000 by the end of 2025 [8]. - China leads the world in medical device patent applications, accounting for nearly 70% of the global total, showcasing its strong research output in this field [8]. Group 4: Agricultural Biotechnology - The agricultural biotechnology market in China accounts for 23% of the global market, with significant advancements in genetically modified crops [12]. - The application of synthetic biology and gene editing is driving growth in biomanufacturing, with a focus on biopharmaceuticals, biomaterials, and bioenergy [12]. Group 5: Future Outlook - The global biomanufacturing market is projected to grow significantly, with estimates suggesting a rise from $4-5 trillion to $30 trillion by 2050, indicating a compound annual growth rate of 8.6% [11]. - The integration of artificial intelligence in life sciences is expected to enhance drug development efficiency and expand applications across various sectors, including healthcare and agriculture [12].