Our History
Success driven by a pioneering spiritEMD Serono, Inc. is proud to belong to the oldest pharmaceutical and chemical company in the world. With a history spanning more than 300 years, our parent company, Merck KGaA, still operates successfully in both sectors. We are known in the United States as EMD, a name that stands for Emmanuel Merck, Darmstadt, heralding back to our roots in Germany.
Our history was built upon a tradition of scientific innovation and a pioneering spirit. That spirit is alive today at EMD Serono. While remaining true to our traditions, we are applying 21st-century science to develop the next generation of medical therapies.
At EMD Serono, our success story has always been driven by our people. Our leaders and our employees share the same enthusiasm for innovation, professional excellence and commitment to patients. Our people remain the foundation for a bright future.
