Vertex achieved all of its clinical, research and financial objectives in 2005. In particular, we increased our financial strength as we advanced potentially transformational compounds targeting hepatitis C virus (HCV), rheumatoid arthritis and cystic fibrosis. Our performance last year has positioned us to build momentum in 2006.

Joshua Boger

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Vertex's cystic fibrosis research program has yielded two innovative approaches for the treatment of this disease.

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We really need strength to broaden out to our other research institutions, and it's happening.

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