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31. Picking The Best Virus Sample Prep Method In Process Development 1/26/2024

    Optimizing downstream operations in viral vaccine development starts with characterization. Learn strategies for picking the best sample prep method.

32. Developing A Viral Gene Therapy Manufacturing Process 1/23/2024

    There is a growing popularity of adeno-associated virus (AAV) for delivering in-vivo gene therapies, a growing preference of transient transfection systems by biologics companies, and an increasing number of CDMOs offering this system as a platform process. This article describes a transient transfection AAV manufacturing process that uses a triple plasmid transfection strategy into HEK293T cells.

33. Tracking 4 Payload Trends In Drug Delivery Development 1/22/2024

    Amid new research and development in nanocarriers, market attention has shifted toward payloads and enhancing compatibility. This discussion explores the latest trends and includes a research database.

34. Is FDA's COVID Container Closure System Guidance Useful Post-Pandemic? 1/9/2024

    The COVID-era guidance is designed to help manufacturers make container closure system changes quickly when facing supply constraints. It may be useful when evaluating risks beyond the pandemic.

35. Strategies For Minimizing The Impact Of Bioburden And Sterility Testing On Gene Therapy Batch Yield 1/2/2024

    It is widely recognized that gene therapy manufacturing processes result in low yields. This article outlines strategies for reducing the volumes required for bioburden and sterility testing and, therefore, conserving product for patients while remaining compliant and delivering process information on the microbiological status. 

36. Introduction To The New ASTM E3418, Standard Practice For Calculating Scientifically Justifiable Limits Of Residues For Cleaning Of Pharmaceutical And Medical Device Manufacturing Equipment And For Medical Devices 12/11/2023

    The ASTM E55 Cleaning Team has developed and balloted a new standard practice for calculating safe and scientifically justifiable limits for residues found after cleaning processes. This is the first comprehensive guide to setting limits for use in cleaning validation that includes all types of chemical residues, bioburden residues, endotoxin residues, and visual residues.

37. 6 PEG Alternatives You Should Be Thinking About 11/22/2023

    PEGylation is a common way to minimize off-target effects and general toxicity, but it also poses life-threatening risks because it prolongs the drug's time in the bloodstream. Scientists are exploring these alternatives to combat the risk.

38. Understanding The Importance Of Real-Time Monitoring For Protein Aggregation 10/30/2023

    This article breaks down the advantages of real-time monitoring for protein therapeutics, including how it can accelerate timelines, produce better data, and smooth regulatory compliance.

39. Proposed Best Practices For Cell & Gene Therapy Aseptic Process Simulation 10/25/2023

    Aseptic process simulation (APS) plays a critical role in demonstrating that the processes, equipment, and materials involved in sterile manufacturing work in synergy to maintain sterility. Applying existing APS guidelines to cell and gene therapies/ATMPs can be challenging, so BioPhorum proposes a best practice approach in alignment with regulatory guidance.

40. FDA Sets Recommendations For Predicting Dangerous Nitrosamine Impurities 10/25/2023

    The FDA recently published a final guidance that sets a recommended framework for predicting the potential of nitrosamine drug substance-related impurities.