Researchers demonstrated a new cell lysis method using a novel solution to improve viral vector production.
Many biologic drug manufacturers encounter similiar challenges; precompetitive collaboration can help resolve these issues. Representatives of the IQ Consortium’s Biologics CMC Leadership Group describe efforts to address the safe handling of biologic drugs in closed-system transfer devices in healthcare settings and the need for phase-appropriate specifications.
Statistics are often viewed as confusing and complicated, but multivariate data analysis (MVA) methods can be used to amass knowledge simply.
Model informed formulation development uses in-silico modeling and simulation to identify and/or refine promising formulations faster and cheaper, support formulation strategy and increasingly, demonstrate virtual bioequivalence and obtain biowaivers.
Developing bioassay methods requires a new approach for cell and gene therapy drug development.
The authors studied the effect of the combination of binders on the flow and compressibility characteristics of the agglomerates of binary combination of lactose and dibasic calcium phosphate dihydrate.
Equipment qualification is a critical step in ensuring that a product or service is provided accurately and consistently with regards to manufacturing and testing. The time-saving attribute of adding prerequisites to a qualification program, along with the benefit of gaining the ability to track and trend problem areas, make the addition both worthwhile and cost-effective.
Sterilization validation must be based on a robust, quality-by-design philosophy; autoclave overkill cycles should be validated by correlating lethality data to support chosen critical process parameters, even when using overkill sterilization.
A well-chosen replication strategy can effectively reduce the uncertainty for an analytical method, enabling appropriate decisions regarding pharmaceutical quality.
Interoperability difficulties resulting from discrepancies in preferred programming languages can be resolved via statistical computing environments.
The acquisition and analysis of MS data can be made more efficient with the integration of modern software tools.
A comprehensive understanding of potential material change can mitigate its impact on patient safety.
New enzymes and protein engineering have advanced biocatalysis processing toward commercial acceptance. Technology and economic roadblocks must be overcome for the process to be widely embraced by pharma.
Contextualizing what type of flexibility is needed is paramount when considering cleanroom design.
Extrapolating data from adult clinical trials to a pediatric population is a proven method to avoid unnecessary pediatric clinical trials. Representatives of the Pediatric Working Group of the IQ Consortium share case studies that demonstrate how adult clinical trial data can be used to support the dose selection and regimen—or waive the need for a placebo control arm—for pediatric studies.
In this first of a four-part series, the authors provide an introduction to a practical approach for establishing specification equivalence. The regulatory basis and compliance examples from FDA observations and warning letters are included to support the need for an effective process.
After two centuries, there's no reason to maintain two tablet compression tooling standards.
This paper explores the relationship between investing in pharmaceutical manufacturing risk reduction and meeting business objectives.
PharmTech's polls feature user feedback on issues facing the pharmaceutical industry.
Contract development and manufacturing organizations (CDMOs) are more critical than ever as the demand for advanced therapies continues to grow. Here are the CDMOs and service providers that are poised to make the biggest impact on the pharmaceutical industry.
This tutorial paper is meant to aid in dielectric-sensor selection
Undertaking process validation involves a major commitment in terms of personnel, resources, time, and money. Performing prerequisite verifications can reduce the risk of making costly mistakes. This Part 1 article explains the value of performing prerequisite verifications and presents case-study examples and real-world solutions to avoid costly process validation failures.
Key information is needed for excipients and their potential impact on continuous manufacturing processes.
The authors developed a reliable spectrophotometric method for determining and measuring trace amounts of lead in various samples.
Shifting to automated, closed modular manufacturing systems is growing increasingly crucial for biopharmaceutical production.
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This article provides an overview of the key risks that can be associated with the use of secondary reference standards (RS) and illustrates scientific challenges associated with transitioning from pharmacopeial RS to secondary RS.
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The authors consider several common techniques for verifying the accuracy of liquid-handling equipment and offer guidance for finding the appropriate technique for a given instrument.