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FDA's Guidance On Cell And Gene CMC Codifies Flexibility

The final guidance articulates common practices around validation, stability data, and reserve samples that, up until now, had been applied on a case-by-case basis.

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EDITOR'S DESK

On The Ground At NextGen Biomed 2026
Bioprocess Online caught up with Tiffany D. Rau, Ph.D., CMC consultant and adjunct professor of biochemistry and cell biology at the University College Cork in Ireland, at Oxford Global's 2026 NextGen Biomed conference.

Integrate Upstream/Downstream To Reduce Development Risks And Costs

Coordinating unit operations can help reduce costs and mitigate challenges in process development. Check out these key takeaways from the Bioprocess Online Live event “Optimizing Process Development Through Upstream and Downstream Integration.”

What If The U.S. Government Stopped Funding Biotech?

It sets off a real tension – ideological, economic, even personal. But what would happen if the U.S. government cut direct financial support for “biotechnology research,” leaving it entirely to investors, private and public markets, and bigger pharma? "Our industry’s mind-meld says with no government largesse our biotech industry collapses," writes Chief Editor Louis Garguilo. It's an "outlandish hypothetical," but he asks for a few minutes to go through this. And he has help in making his case.

Advising The Biotech C-Suite To Reconsider Quality

“I assist C-suite executives to transfer quality from a painful cost center to a competitive asset." It's the type of bold statement that draws one's attention. Chief Editor Louis Garguilo asked David Grote on what his assertion means materially – and how that’s applied to working with CDMOs. Here's their discussion that focuses on a transformation that moves executives from regarding quality as ‘overhead’ to recognizing quality as “an operational element for business advantage.”

A Biotech Business Model That's Investor-Friendly

For biotechs meeting with current and potential investors, says Edward Ahn, CEO, Medipost Inc., “it should be about demonstrating your business continuity more than anything else.” Investors know, he says, “any supply chain may be fragile.” Indeed, Ahn’s organization has put in place an intriguing business model to address such concerns. It includes owning part of a CDMO.

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A Comparison Of 6 Analytical Validation Guidelines Using Data Envelopment Analysis
This is the first published application of data envelopment analysis to six major pharmaceutical analytical validation guidelines, including ICH Q2(R2), USP, ChP, and Brazil's ANVISA.
Inside AstraZeneca's Fully Electrified Cell Therapy Facility
The company won an ISPE FOYA for its Rockville, Maryland, manufacturing site that boasts 100% uptime and flexible capacity to produce thousands of batches annually.
Affinity Membranes Are Moving Closer To Commercial Reality
A recent review shows advances in surface chemistry and ligand engineering are moving the needle for next-generation affinity membranes.
Mastering Temperature Control And Advanced Therapy Logistics In Global Clinical Supply Chains
Cold chain failures can derail patient dosing in global trials. Real-time visibility and predictive logistics are becoming mission critical.
AI Has Arrived In Biotech CMC Amid Patchwork Governance
AI is surfacing within regulatory and CMC workflows at a vigorous pace. Unfortunately, in small and midsize biotechs, it's happening faster than governance can keep up.
Avoiding Common Pitfalls In CDMO–Sponsor Relationships Through Integrated Execution Models
Let's delve into the key pitfalls to avoid when working with a CDMO and the integrated execution model that solves or mitigates these pitfalls before they occur.
The Future Of Continuous Is Integrated Manufacturing: The 4 Misconceptions About A Lean Process
Pharmaceutical continuous manufacturing is an enabler of better manufacturing, but only when implemented with intention.
CDMO Selection: Start With The Relationship, Not The RFP
Friction often comes from unspoken expectations. Before production begins, treat the combined sponsor-CDMO group as one extended team and intentionally make “how we work together” visible.

BIOPROCESSING WHITE PAPERS

Producing MSC-Derived Cell Therapies From Isolation To Large-Scale Expansion
Explore the journey of producing MSC-derived cell therapies, from initial isolation and expansion to final product formulation and storage, and learn how to optimize each step.

Learn, Confirm, Then Scale: A Leader's Guide To Transforming QC
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Legacy lab systems hinder innovation and scalability. Explore a proven approach to modernize QC through cloud-based LIMS, starting with small pilots that validate strategy and reduce risk.
Engineering Reliability In Cell Therapy Manufacturing
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A cell therapy manufacturing model built on precision planning, digital execution, lifecycle‑ready CMC systems, and transparent collaboration to achieve high reliability and reduce variability across programs.
The Impact Of Annex 1 (2022) On Sterility Assurance
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Airflow visualization studies, crucial for GMP compliance, validate unidirectional airflow effectiveness in contamination control. Discover their enhanced role in quality by design and revised Annex 1 guidelines.
Scaling With The Client In Mind: A Customer-Centric Approach To Project Scale-Up
1/22/2026

In today’s fast-moving biopharma landscape, scaling from clinic to commercial takes more than expertise. See how collaboration can transform scale-up and drive confident progress
Enabling Digital Twins With Computational Fluid Dynamics Modeling
1/16/2025

Embrace the transformative power of predictive modeling and digital twin technology to optimize bioprocess efficiency, ensure product quality, and drive innovation in biopharmaceutical manufacturing.

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BIOPROCESS ONLINE CONTENT COLLECTIONS

This collection of articles digs into the industry’s growing focus on knowledge management as an indispensable facet of biomanufacturing and pharmaceutical development, exploring how it plays into risk management, quality, vendor relationships, and supply chain resilience.