More bioprocessing and biomanufacturing – Page 14
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ArticlePrioritising for a data-driven 2023
As the pharmaceutical industry continues to face unprecedented challenges, the need for greater regulatory compliance and process efficiency remains at the forefront. Here, Frits Stulp predicts how new waves of digital transformation can help support companies deliver the best possible patient outcomes.
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ArticleComputed tomography for in-depth investigation of freeze-dried products
In this article, Teresa Siegert and Henning Gieseler, discuss the benefits of applying computed tomography in the production of freeze-dried pharmaceutical products, as well as the hurdles that must be navigated to realise its potential.
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ArticleNew workflow for the analysis of mRNA therapeutics
Here, Mark Dickman, Professor in Bioanalytical Science and Engineering at the University of Sheffield, explores how analytical techniques such as liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry can support the manufacturing of mRNA therapeutics.
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ArticleNITROSAMINES: Where now?
While determining active intakes and control strategies for short chain alkyl N-nitrosamines was relatively easy to establish, nitrosamine drug substance-related impurities continue to present challenges. Here, Dave Elder reflects on the three main instances of nitrosamine contamination in drug products.
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ArticleTaking advantage of protein charge properties for challenging separations
In this article, Mareia Frost, Scientific Leader at Abzena, explores how understanding the characteristics of protein‑based drugs, and applying the right techniques, means even the most complex biologics can be effectively separated from potentially-harmful impurities.
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ArticleUPC opt-out – a strategic balancing act for pharma
The European patent landscape is expected to change in 2023 with the launch of the Unified Patent Court. Owners of classic European patents can decide now if their patent will be litigated in the UPC or withdraw from it. Here, Jules Fabre and Sarah Taylor, lawyers at Pinsent Masons, detail ...
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ArticleChallenges in pharmaceutical microbiology: looking to the future
Here, Edward C Tidswell, Executive Director Quality Assurance at Merck & Co, Inc., discusses the microbiology challenges for industry, pharmaceutical companies and microbiologists themselves.
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ArticleShining a light on Raman for microbiological analysis
The detection and identification of bacteria is essential for biopharmaceutical production, the assessment of new antimicrobials and assessing contamination control measures. Developing methods for complex environments is challenging due to interference from the various molecules present. Here, pharmaceutical microbiologist and contamination control expert Dr Tim Sandle explains how Raman spectroscopy ...
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ArticleMoving towards oral delivery of biologics
In this article, EPR’s Caroline Peachey speaks to Talat Imran, CEO of Rani Therapeutics, about progress towards oral delivery of biologics using robotic capsules.
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Optimising fermentation with process analytical technology
This interview with Dr Marie Izac, Vaccine Drug Substance Unit Head at Sanofi Pasteur, elaborates on the use of process analytical technology – and specifically mass spectrometry – for continuous respiratory gas analysis.
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Endotoxin trends: sustainability, automation and beyond
In this Q&A Miriam Guest, Principal Microbiologist at AstraZeneca UK, discusses trends in bacterial endotoxin testing, as well as factors to consider when looking to implement rapid methods.
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ArticleEuropean Pharmaceutical Review Issue 1 2023
EPR Issue 1 includes articles on the future of pharmaceutical microbiology, separation and purification of complex biologics, the latest on nitrosamines and more...
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ArticleMedicinal cannabis: the route to good manufacturing practice registration
Following on from the first GMP registration of a cannabis API for a UK pharmaceutical facility, EPR spoke with Celadon Pharmaceuticals about how it navigated the complex regulatory landscape.
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ArticleKey developments: mRNA vaccines and therapeutics
EPR summarises results from key mRNA vaccine trials, highlighting the future potential of these innovative therapeutics.
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ArticleVirtual reality training in pharma: just a headset away?
Here, Virtual Reality experts UCL’s Steve Hilton and University of Kent’s Blanka Szulc reflect on key developments in the use of virtual reality in an academic setting and its outlook for the future.
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Video: Understanding current regulatory thinking on contamination control strategy
Virtual seminar presented by Ziva Abraham, President, and CEO of Microrite designed to improve your understanding on current regulatory thinking on designing an effective contamination control strategy.
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ArticleHalting Europe’s essential medicines manufacturing exodus
With manufacturing of essential medicines in Europe at risk, Teva’s Phillippe Drechsle looks at the action needed to stop further offshoring to Asia.
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Articleebook: Extractables and leachables: a guide to analytical methods
This ebook takes an in-depth look at advanced analytical methods for extractables and leachables analysis in the pharma industry.
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ArticlePharmaceutical microbiology: key developments 2022
Here, microbiology experts Tim Sandle, Tony Cundell and AstraZeneca’s Miriam Guest reflect on key developments in pharmaceutical microbiology during 2022.


