Unveiling Big Pharma's Influence

Explore research on how pharmaceutical companies shape media narratives and government policies

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Research Overview

$8.2B

Annual Lobbying Expenditure

$30B+

Media Advertising Spending

43%

Of Medical Research Funding

295

Former Regulators Hired

Research Articles

Pharmaceutical Industry Influence on Medical Research

Journal of Medical Ethics (2023)

This study examines how pharmaceutical funding affects research outcomes and publication bias.

Research Companies: Pfizer, Johnson & Johnson, Merck

Media Coverage Analysis of Pharmaceutical Advertising

Columbia Journalism Review (2022)

Analysis of how pharmaceutical advertising impacts media coverage of drug efficacy and side effects.

Media Companies: AstraZeneca, GlaxoSmithKline

Lobbying Expenditures and Legislative Outcomes in Healthcare

Journal of Health Politics, Policy and Law (2024)

Examination of the relationship between pharmaceutical lobbying and healthcare legislation.

Government Companies: Pfizer, Eli Lilly, Novartis

Pharmaceutical Industry's Influence on Regulatory Agencies

BMJ (2023)

Investigation into the revolving door between pharmaceutical companies and regulatory agencies.

Government Companies: Johnson & Johnson, Roche, Bayer

Social Media Campaigns by Pharmaceutical Companies

Journal of Medical Internet Research (2021)

Analysis of how pharmaceutical companies use social media to shape public perception.

Media Companies: AbbVie, Bristol Myers Squibb

Pharmaceutical Companies

Pfizer

Lobbying Spend: $11,800,000

Media Spend: $2,100,000,000

Regulatory Incidents: 12

Johnson & Johnson

Lobbying Spend: $8,300,000

Media Spend: $2,500,000,000

Regulatory Incidents: 15

Merck

Lobbying Spend: $7,200,000

Media Spend: $1,800,000,000

Regulatory Incidents: 8

AstraZeneca

Lobbying Spend: $5,100,000

Media Spend: $1,200,000,000

Regulatory Incidents: 6

GlaxoSmithKline

Lobbying Spend: $4,800,000

Media Spend: $1,500,000,000

Regulatory Incidents: 9

Eli Lilly

Lobbying Spend: $6,700,000

Media Spend: $1,100,000,000

Regulatory Incidents: 7

About This Project

Our Mission

The Big Pharma Research App aims to compile and present research on pharmaceutical companies' influence on media and government in an accessible, user-friendly format. Our goal is to provide a comprehensive resource for researchers, journalists, policymakers, and the public to better understand the complex relationships between pharmaceutical corporations, media narratives, and government policies.

Research Methodology

The research presented in this application is sourced from peer-reviewed academic journals, investigative journalism, government reports, and public data repositories. We prioritize studies that meet rigorous methodological standards and come from reputable sources.

Our data on pharmaceutical companies includes information on:

Lobbying expenditures reported to government agencies
Media and advertising spending across various platforms
Regulatory incidents and settlements
Relationships between industry executives and regulatory bodies
Influence on medical research and publication

Disclaimer

This application is designed for educational and research purposes only. While we strive for accuracy and objectivity, we encourage users to verify information with primary sources and to consider multiple perspectives on these complex issues.

The research compiled here does not necessarily imply wrongdoing by any specific company or individual. Rather, it aims to illuminate systemic patterns and relationships that may impact public health policy, media coverage, and regulatory decisions.