Roche Stories

A future in mind – rising to the challenge of Alzheimer’s

Discover how we are advancing towards treatments that can stop, slow or prevent, and ultimately improve the care available for people with Alzheimer’s disease.

Science and the City: Basel

Basel grew up with the chemical-pharmaceutical industry, and the chemical-pharmaceutical industry grew up with Basel.

Be part of Science and the City in Basel

Watch Nobel Prize winner Paul Nurse and Roche scientist Bryn Roberts on our live streaming. Get more information here.

Roche at ESMO

Learn about how we are leading the science of cancer to improve outcomes for patients today and tomorrow.

Reverse mentoring: it’s a two-way street

Scratch the surface and everyone has something to learn and teach.

How research to better recognise geographic atrophy could improve patient outcomes

The progression of geographic atrophy is not well understood and its impact is frequently underestimated; two observational studies aim to change these misperceptions.

Forms of multiple sclerosis: What are the similarities and differences?

The underlying biology of multiple sclerosis is similar for everyone, but its course and symptoms vary from person to person. Explore the similarities and differences between two forms of MS.

Lymphoma: Know the facts

Lymphoma is one of the most prevalent forms of blood cancer. Click on our interactive flashcards to find out some key facts on lymphoma we all should know.

Cancer immunotherapy biomarkers

Biomarkers continue to play a critical role in the development of personalised healthcare, particularly in cancer.

Smart technology speeds up development of antibiotics

Roche and British biotechnology company Discuva are collaborating to develop new classes of antibiotics for the treatment of multidrug-resistant bacteria.

Philanthropic partnership with ETH Zurich

Roche partnered with ETH Zurich to enable PhD students and postdoctoral scientist from developing countries to attend the 14th ICOBTE held in Zurich.

Heart failure: the role of biomarkers in disease management

Heart failure can have a great impact on people’s live. Biomarkers can support physicians to make informed decisions as to the best course of care to patients.

Bringing the burden of geographic atrophy into focus

Results from a new study uncover the significant challenges and daily impact of this disease on patients and their caregivers.

Making HIV testing accessible

The Global Access Programme makes HIV viral load tests and the early detection of infections in infants possible in countries that are most affected by the disease.

Roche reports a strong performance in the first half 2017

Fighting viral hepatitis

Despite the burden it places on communities across the world, hepatitis appears to have been largely ignored as a public health concern

Take aim at HIV/AIDS

HIV carriers can live long, fulfilling lives with the effective treatment we have today. The problem is getting infected people the help they need.

A little-known virus that can cause big problems

Most people can spend their entire lives not knowing they’ve been infected with CMV. But for transplant patients, this quiet invader can be life-threatening

Roche in Haemophilia

We are developing novel approaches to hopefully advance the management of this serious bleeding disorder.

Disease progression in MS

MS disease progression is complicated and not always apparent. Learn what happens to the body in MS and how progression can be measured.

Improving outcomes for people with multiple sclerosis

The London School of Economics “International MultiPlE Sclerosis Study” explores the need for policy change and better outcomes for people with MS.

Roche at BIO 2017

Exhibitors from all fields meet in San Diego to experience powerful business partnering and benefit from invaluable education sessions.

Fighting infectious diseases, one blood donation at a time

Blood screening is important to reduce the risk of exposing patients to transfusion-transmissible infections.

Life with MS: My inspiration

French visual artist, Dorothy Shoes, talks about her life and how MS inspires her work.

Children's Walk

Every year our employees around the world join forces to support children in need.

Future of immunology: It’s all about balance

David M. Lee, Head of Immunology, Inflammation and Infectious Diseases, shares personal experience as a physician and talks about new treatment approaches for immune-mediated diseases.

EuroMedLab 2017: transforming laboratory science

Held every two years, EuroMedLab is one of the most influential in vitro diagnostics events worldwide.

Roche at ASCO

At this year’s Annual Meeting, we are demonstrating in many ways how we are helping make a difference in cancer care.

Facing unpredictability head on

MS patient advocate Shana, and her partner Leo, explain what it’s like to live with a disease that means no two days are the same.

Be a Melanoma Hero

Meet our Melanoma Heroes. They support those who have melanoma and take steps to prevent the disease, support their loved ones or lead the way to a cure.

Expanding access to cancer care in Africa

In Africa, numerous barriers prevent people from receiving the care they need to fight cancer and build their future.

Meet Cordula

Scientist in Formulation R&D at Roche

Roche as an employer is providing a truly people-focused working environment. I will never forget how impressed I was when I joined Roche and became aware of the passion and engagement in the work of each and every colleague.

From “magic bullets” to new generation antibodies

With today's health challenges, medical progress is more important than ever. Therapeutic antibodies are addressing the complexity of targeting diseases with unmet medical need.

The role of HPV in cervical cancer

Everything you need to know about HPV infections and the link between HPV and cervical cancer.

What is multiple sclerosis?

MS is usually thought of as a single disease, but its course and symptoms vary from person to person.

Fighting antimicrobial resistance with diagnostics

Antimicrobial resistance is a global and continuously raising global health challenge. Here’s what we are doing to address this problem.

Giving a voice to women affected by haemophilia

Millions of women and girls are affected by bleeding disorders. Find out from Dr Danielle Nance about the importance of supporting women in the haemophilia community.

Facts about bladder cancer

Bladder cancer is one of the top ten most common cancers in the world.

Lung cancer

Approximately 1.8 million people develop lung cancer every year. Can new diagnostic tools deliver earlier diagnosis and smarter treatment choices?

A new strategy for cervical cancer prevention

Learn how new screening, triage and diagnostic tests help clinicians decide which women to treat for cervical cancer.

Tackling cancer in Kenya

Our partnership with the Beth Mugo Cancer Foundation is helping cancer patients in Kenya.

Roche in neuroscience

Roche Neuroscience addresses areas of high unmet medical need with no approved, effective or safe medicines. Learn about our approach.

Organs-on-a-Chip technology

Tiny labs made of plastic simulate the human body- the Organs-on-a-Chip technology shows new approaches to obtain human-relevant information on a potential drug.

International Women’s Day

On International Women’s Day, Roche celebrates our progress in building that culture and renews our commitment to #beboldforchange in support of gender parity.

Our purpose

Who we are, what we do, and why we come to work each day.

World Cancer Day 2017: Improving access to cancer care

This World Cancer Day, we are reaffirming our commitment to accelerating progress in access to cancer treatment.

Annual Report 2016 highlights

Access Accelerated: improving access to medicines for NCDs

Working together for a future where no one dies prematurely from a treatable preventable disease.

No woman needs to die from cervical cancer

Despite being highly preventable through screening,treatment and vaccination, cervical cancer remains one of the most common and deadly women’s cancer.

Making innovation accessible

Our aim is for every person who needs our products to be able to access and benefit from them.

What is Life?- Live Streaming with Paul Nurse.

Watch the live stream of Nobel Prize winner Sir Paul Nurse

Pioneering a new era in cancer diagnostics

Effective therapies start with an accurate diagnosis. Diagnostics advancements are helping patients to receive personalised treatments.

The realities of pursuing the cure for cancer

Cindy Perettie, our Global Head of Oncology Strategy, provides her personal perspective on the challenges of leading the cure for cancer.

Different perspectives on primary progressive multiple sclerosis

Dr. de Seze and Craig Milverton, who lives with primary progressive multiple sclerosis (PPMS), share their experiences managing and living with this form of MS.

MS measurements explained

How we define the ways in which multiple sclerosis can be measured.

‘Accelerators and brakes’ to restore immune balance

Roche strategy in Immunology is to make use of the growing scientific understanding of immune pathways and to selectively manipulate these in order to restore immune balance.

Transnet-Phelophepa healthcare train

The Transnet-Phelophepa trains are mobile healthcare clinics that travel nine months out of the year to areas of rural South Africa.

The value of diagnostics in heart failure management

Heart failure affects millions of people and despite improvement in care, management remains challenging. Biomarkers can help patients at every stage of care.

Bladder cancer: the symptoms you shouldn’t ignore

One patient shares his experience being diagnosed with a disease he knew nothing about.

Protecting against progression

Dr. Traboulsee, University of British Columbia in Vancouver, discusses the importance of brain health and early treatment for people with multiple sclerosis.

Beyond the immunity cycle

Roche’s scientists are leading pioneers in immune biology and cancer research, which is resulting in innovative and personalised treatment options in cancer.

Roche in Alzheimer’s disease

Alzheimer’s disease has far-reaching impact on individuals, caregivers, families and society. Learn how Roche is tackling this looming global crisis.

Our response to cancer always starts with the science

Targeting cancer demands a deep understanding of its complexities. Our researchers have the freedom to explore cutting-edge science & technology to achieve this.

The role of diagnostics in fertility and pregnancy

Learn more about advanced screening and diagnostics tests and their role in preconception and pregnancy.

Our approach to philanthropy

We engage in philanthropic activities that make a lasting impact and strengthen communities.

Responding to natural disasters sustainably

For communities that have experienced a major natural disaster, we support community rebuilding and humanitarian projects.

Strengthening communities

We are committed to building stronger communities and responding to natural disasters sustainably.

Creating value through partnerships

Partnering builds on our culture, one in which we listen to a potential partner and structure a collaboration that meets both parties’ needs.

The role of companion diagnostics in breast cancer

The right treatment decision is essential for a breast cancer patient’s well-being.

Mesothelioma: What could possibly link this rare cancer to the ill-fated Titanic?

What could possibly link this rare cancer to the ill-fated Titanic?

Buttons - daily enemies for people with rheumatoid arthritis

New clothing collection designed to overcoming issues that people with RA face when getting dressed.

Rheumatoid arthritis through the lens of an Slovenian artist

A photographer captures what it means to live with the consequences of rheumatoid arthritis.

Digital solutions supporting rheumatoid arthritis community

It has become natural for people to seek information or advice about their health online. Learn about three solutions we developed for the European RA community.

Providing a helping hand for people with rheumatoid arthritis

A collaboration with the Brazilian patient advocacy group helps to improve the quality of life of people living with RA.

Life with rheumatoid arthritis through pictures and words

The three artists captured what living with the disease means to people with rheumatoid arthritis.