Feliza Mirasol is the science editor for Pharmaceutical Technology and Pharmaceutical Technology Europe.
Pharma Industry Contends with Contamination-Based Recalls
A slew of solid-dose drug recalls were issued over the course of 2020 and in early 2021 after nitrosamine contamination was found in products.
Meeting Specific Requirements for Biologic Drug Substance Testing
Traditional biologic-based testing methods may need an upgrade to properly test newer therapeutic modalities.
Selecting the Right-Fit Partner for Biotherapeutic Development
Open communication and transparency coupled with technical expertise foster strong long-term manufacturing partnerships.
Meeting Fill/Finish Challenges for COVID-19 Vaccines
CDMOs address the unique challenges of liquid and lyophilized forms as well as preparing for the large capacity needed for COVID-19 vaccines.
Meeting Specificity Needs for Biologic Drug Substance Testing
EMA Marketing Authorization Recommendations Rise in 2020
The number of recommendations for European marketing authorization of human medicines saw significant increase in 2020 over the previous year.
Intricate Modalities Need More Perceptive Adventitious Agent Testing
Early detection and more sensitive methods of detecting adventitious agents are becoming increasingly critical in bioprocessing.
Modernizing Bioprocessing for Gene Therapy Viral Vectors
The manufacture of gene therapy vectors is shifting to more modern technologies.
Commercialization Poses Challenges for Cell and Gene Therapies
The early success seen on the market for approved cell and gene therapies poses both technical and manufacturing challenges for pipeline candidates on the road to commercialization.
Analytical Assays Determine Biosimilar Product Quality
Appropriate analytical assays are needed to determine and ensure that biosimilar critical quality parameters are on track.