Will Pickering: FDA Under Trump, A New Era of Regulation

Will Pickering: FDA Under Trump, A New Era of Regulation

Author: Bernstein Research March 3, 2026 Duration: 33:38

In this episode of In the Know, US Biotech Analyst Will Pickering joins host Diana Wood to discuss the current state of the US biotech market, and the complexities and challenges facing this industry today. Here, they explore FDA inspection trends, both long-term and under the Trump administration, with insights into the sector’s recovery, the impact of FDA headcount reductions, the potential consequences of inspection outcomes on drug approvals, and much more.  


This podcast was recorded on Jan 29, 2026. Since then, turmoil at FDA has only increased, culminating in the recent resignation of CBER Director Vinay Prasad. While that particular drama has now played out, the broader issues Will highlights in this podcast are sure to remain relevant in the months and years ahead.


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