Newsletter | March 3, 2026

03.03.26 -- The U.S. Has A New Vice To Squeeze Foreign Imports: Pharma Quality

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The U.S. Has A New Vice To Squeeze Foreign Imports: Pharma Quality

The Trump administration has effectively merged national security, trade policy, and drug quality. Now, foreign manufacturers lacking deals face paying a "quality tax."

Strategies To Enhance Efficiency In mAb Bioprocess Development

Advanced computational methods coupled with bioinformatics can be used to navigate the complexities of bioprocessing by anticipating challenges before they arise.

Smart Scaling For Cell And Gene Therapies

To meet patient demand, advanced therapy manufacturing processes must be commercial ready. CGT sponsors can mitigate risk and protect viability by partnering with a CDMO that prioritizes scalability.

Improving Viral Vector Production Through Addressing Complexity

Watch as our CGT experts explore the evolving landscape of viral vector manufacturing, overcoming production bottlenecks, and the strategies necessary to bring life-changing therapies to more patients.

Redefining CAR-T Speed And Strength: A Conversation

Discover how an autologous CAR-T platform is addressing challenges in cell therapy manufacturing. A three-day process shortens cycles, improves T-cell potency and durability, and reduces costs.

Your Journey To GMP With Emphasis On Linker Payload Development

Develop lower-risk conjugation strategies by incorporating the critical insights we highlight in our review of semi-synthetic versus synthetic linker–payloads and their respective advantages and limitations.

Antibodies Against Antibodies? Anti-Idiotype mAb Discovery

Examine the potential of targeting LILRB2/LILRB4 in cancer immunotherapy by delving into our findings on novel monoclonal antibodies that enhance anti-tumor immune responses.

Scalable Protein Expression With Pichia Pastoris

Uncover the benefits of protein expression, which include speed, simple fermentation regimes, and robust, scalable processes that can be tuned according to the specific objectives of a program.

GMP And Non‑GMP Stability Studies For Biopharmaceuticals

Stability studies confirm that biopharmaceuticals maintain potency, purity, safety, and quality under defined conditions, supporting patient safety, regulatory compliance, and successful development.

Digging Into Manufacturing Priorities For Viral Vectors

Addressing the complexities of viral vector manufacturing through strategic internalization, advanced technologies, and regulatory excellence is crucial for the future of gene therapies.

OUTSOURCING SOLUTIONS

Selecting A CDMO To Scale-Up Manufacturing - Lonza

Large Molecule Expertise. Ingenuity You Can Count On. - Cytovance Biologics

Every Detail. Built Around You. - LOTTE Biologics

Commercially Proven Sterile Fill/Finish With Global Backing - Bora Pharmaceuticals

Redefining Product Quality Through Advanced Headspace Control - Medac CDMO

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