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Native liquid chromatography coupled to mass spectrometric analysis for the assessment of higher order structures of proteins

28 April 2020 | By

The accurate measurement of the molecular mass of proteins is an essential component of protein characterisation. In this article, Ioannis Papayannopoulos discusses the applications of native protein chromatography coupled to mass spectrometry to enable the characterisation of tertiary structures and non-covalent interactions.

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Application of liquid chromatography in characterisation of lipid nanoparticle-based oligonucleotides

28 April 2020 | By , , ,

Duplex oligonucleotides (OGN) with lipid nanoparticles (LNPs) as delivery vehicles for different therapeutic indications are of great interest in pharma, exemplified by the recent approval of Onpattro from Alnylam Pharmaceuticals. Liquid chromatography is an essential analytical technique in the characterisation of LNPs containing OGNs. This brief review is intended to…

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Expert view: Sterility testing of challenging samples

27 April 2020 | By

While membrane filtration is often straightforward, some sample types can be challenging. These include difficult-to-filter viscous oils, water-in-oil emulsions and fatty base ointments as well as samples containing substances that inhibit microbial growth.

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Guide to Testing

21 April 2020 | By

Welcome to European Pharmaceutical Review’s Guide to Testing. In this edition, Eurofins, Associates of Cape Cod, Inc. (ACC), SGS Life Sciences and Nelson Labs showcase their unique testing services and discuss how they stand out from the competition.

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European Pharmaceutical Review Issue 2 2020

21 April 2020 | By

This issue focuses on the regulatory challenges associated with increased ventilator demand during COVID-19, as well as articles investigating the use of LC-MS for protein characterisation, improving efficiency with continuous processing and the risks posed by cleanroom contaminants. Other features discuss the continual evolution of solid dosage forms and the…