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European Pharmacopoeia publishes new chapter regarding BET testing
The new chapter describes a method for bacterial endotoxins (BET) testing using recombinant factor C (rFC) instead of limulus amoebocyte lysate (LAL).
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Further billions pledged to ensure equitable access to COVID-19 treatments
The European Investment Bank (EIB), in partnership with the European Commission (EC), have pledged an additional €4.9 billion for use in the global coronavirus response funds.
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First COVID-19 vaccine given green light for Phase I trial in China
CanSino Biologics' Ad5-nCoV vaccine, a potential COVID-19 prophylactic, has been approved for study in a Phase I clinical trial in China.
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CBD could reduce behavioural problems in children with intellectual disability
A new study has shown that in children and adolescents with an intellectual disability, cannabidiol (CBD) reduced severe behavioural problems.
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First COVID-19 vaccine clinical trial approved in India
Indian authorities have given the green light to test Bharat Biotech's COVID-19 vaccine in Phase I and Phase II clinical trials.
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The extra mile: preparing a supply chain for a COVID-19 vaccine
Dr Madhav Durbha explains the importance of implementing and ensuring stable supply chains to deliver potential COVID-19 vaccines.
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Comparison of new vaccine approaches – COVID-19
The promise of virally vectored DNA and mRNA vaccines is tremendous in terms of vaccine safety and speed of response to new pathogens. This article explores why these approaches have attracted attention in light of the COVID-19 pandemic and why they are highly appropriate for rapid vaccine development and deployment.
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Five patent issues that European biosimilar developers should consider before entering the US market
As patents on originator biologic medicines begin to expire, there are growing opportunities for biosimilars to enter the market at lower prices. Joshua Whitehill, Natasha Daughtrey and Grace Truong discuss key aspects of US patent law that European developers should consider before entering the American market.
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Application note: Why extractables and leachables matter
Nelson Laboratories, with their unique database of over 6,000 compounds for detection, discuss the testing requirements for extractables and leachables and why identification and quantification in extraction studies will become increasingly crucial for pharmaceutical and medical device product safety and integrity.
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Epidyolex (cannabidiol) reclassified as Schedule 5 in UK, relaxing control over drug
GW Pharmaceuticals's Epidyolex (cannabidiol) has been changed from a Schedule 2 drug to a Schedule 5 drug, making it exempt from virtually all controlled drug requirements.
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First patient dosed with COVID-19 vaccine using self-amplifying RNA
A Phase I clinical trial to test Imperial College London's COVID-19 vaccine candidate has been initiated, with the first patient dosed.
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bioBoaVista manufactures customised media for COVID nasal diagnostic tests using the Flexicon PF7
bioBoaVista showcases its viral transport medium, that can stabilise samples, for efficient nasal tests for the diagnosis of COVID-19.
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Application note: Application of flow cytometry for microbiological monitoring of pharmaceutical grade water
As the main excipient for the pharmaceutical industry, water is integral to patient safety and the quality of pharmaceutical products.
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Bioprocessing & Bioproduction In-Depth Focus 2020
This in-depth focus includes articles detailing five important considerations for European companies entering the US biosimilar market and explaining why virally vectored DNA and mRNA vaccines could prevent the spread of COVID-19.
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European Pharmaceutical Review Issue 3 2020
In this issue is a discussion on the promise of virally vectored DNA and mRNA vaccines to combat COVID-19 as well as articles on how packaging could help to ensure patient adherence, regulatory issues for medicines and diagnostics during the pandemic and the benefits of digitalising the pharmaceutical supply chain.…