CMO-grown Innovation and Technology

Vitrakvi (larotrectinib) was first granted accelerated approval by FDA in November 2018.

As a recognized leader in immunophenotyping for clinical trials, Kevin Lang from PPD discusses how spectral flow cytometry is transforming drug development, particularly in cell and gene therapies like CAR-T. He also dives into his award-winning research, including his 2024 WRIB Poster Award-winning work, and his insights from presenting at AAPS PharmSci360.

Development of the state-of-the-art facility was made possible by a £2 million (US$2.6 million) round of funding, and a successful inspection by MHRA was completed in March 2025.

As a recognized leader in immunophenotyping for clinical trials, Kevin Lang from PPD discusses how spectral flow cytometry is transforming drug development, particularly in cell and gene therapies like CAR-T. He also dives into his award-winning research, including his 2024 WRIB Poster Award-winning work, and his insights from presenting at AAPS PharmSci360.

Collaborating with a CDMO that has the necessary expertise, equipment, and systems in place is crucial to optimizing the scale-up process and accelerating timelines.

Siemens said spending on AI software is predicted to double by the end of the 2020s, in a market increasingly driven by structural shifts that underscore a need for digital transformation.