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Microfluidic device detects bacteria concentration from small sample volumes
A novel ultrasonic nanosieve enabled concentration of bacteria into a 1µL highly concentrated solution suitable for plate counting and PCR, according to research.
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CRISPR-based microbial gene therapy delivers promise
A microbial gene therapy can “eliminate antibiotic-resistant E. coli strains in the gut”, according to first-in-human study interim results.
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Big Pharma inventory management trends revealed
Rapid growth of Big Pharma manufacturer inventories fail to prevent medicine shortages, a 2022 report has highlighted.
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Whitepaper: Lipid-based nanoparticles: Manufacturing and inline size characterisation
Lipid-based Nano Particles form a very useful class of delivery systems in the pharmaceutical area as well as in cosmetics (and food/nutraceuticals).
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Strategies for implementing eConsent across the European regulatory landscape
30 May 2023 | By Medable
In this webinar, we dive into the intricacies of implementing electronic informed consent (eConsent) in clinical trials within the complex regulatory landscape of European countries.
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European Commission approves haematology biosimilar
A marketing authorisation for a biosimilar to eculizumab has been granted by the European Commission for paroxysmal nocturnal haemoglobinuria.
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Automation to guide technology shift in aseptic environments
Referencing Annex 1–2022, a paper has described how automation will be implemented in aseptic environments in view of regulatory requirements.
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CHMP meeting highlights – May 2023
The Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) recommended two new medicines for approval in its May meeting, including a neurosteroid for epileptic seizures.
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Route scouting for a cost-effective process development
26 May 2023 | By Thermo Fisher Scientific (Patheon)
Watch this webinar to discover how route scouting and polymorph screening at early stages of clinical trials can support scale up to commercial manufacturing.
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New recognition routes to fast-track UK medicine access
New recognition routes will facilitate faster and safer access to innovative medicines through seven international partners, according to the UK’s MHRA.
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Life sciences sector to receive £650 million funding
Funding to support the UK's life sciences manufacturing, skills and infrastructure has been announced as part of a £650m growth package.
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Nanoparticle HIV vaccine shows potential in trial
Positive first-in-human trial results have highlighted potential of a nanoparticle vaccine towards broadly neutralising against HIV.
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Pharmapack Awards 2024 entries open
Entries are open for the Pharmapack Awards 2024, which aims to showcase innovations in global drug delivery and packaging.
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Scientific journal: Planning your first-in-human trial
This issue of The Altascientist provides a thorough review of the first-in-human clinical trial process, including planning and conduct.
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First redosable gene therapy approved
The “landmark approval” of a redosable gene therapy for dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa “ushers in a whole new paradigm to treat genetic diseases".
