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New model could be used to predict shelf life of drugs
Researchers have developed a model that describes how antibody solutions separate into different phases and could be used to anticipate the stability and shelf-life of drugs.
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China set to begin Phase II HIV vaccine trials
A vaccine containing the DNA of HIV is poised to enter a Phase II trial, making it the first vaccine of its kind to do so.
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Complete response letter given to ALS treatment for API concern
The FDA has handed a CRL to Biohaven for its ALS treatment awaiting approval due to concerns regarding the medication’s API.
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FDA publishes guidance for Inactive Ingredient Database
The FDA has released draft guidance for using the Inactive Ingredients Database to aid drug developers.
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Crystallised drug formulation extends medical device function
A study has shown that crystallising drugs removes localised immune reaction, allowing long-term release of drugs from medical devices.
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Global pharmaceutical filler market set to increase 5.7 percent
The filler market is predicted to increase to US$2 billion by 2024, according to a new report.
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The impact of counterfeit drugs in south and south-east Asia
Substandard and counterfeit drugs can negatively impact the pharmaceutical industry and patients. Here, we investigate counterfeits in south-east Asia and possible solutions.
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Digital design for pharmaceutical product and process development
New digital design and manufacturing techniques offer pharmaceutical manufacturers the possibility of a systems-based, digital approach to substantially streamline their design, development and manufacturing processes. The ADDoPT collaborative consortium has been working to explore how emerging process understanding and predictive models can be applied and embedded within industrial workflows to…
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Capsosomes: the revolutionary enzyme carriers
Nature can offer inspiration for the synthesis of more effective drug delivery platforms. In this article, Marc Baiget Francesch discusses the potential of capsosomes as a novel, biocompatible, drug delivery system.
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Revealed structure of glucagon fibrils could improve drug formulation
Researchers have discovered the formulation of glucagon fibrils, which could inform drug formulation for diabetic patients.
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New stable nanoemulsions could change drug delivery
Researchers have developed a method of creating stable nanoemulsions which could be used in new drug delivery processes.
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Product hub: Capsugel® ZephyrTM – dry-powder inhalation capsule portfolio
Given patient convenience and compatibility with a range of formulations and doses, capsule based dry-powder inhalation (DPI) technology is becoming the preferred DPI drug delivery platform for respiratory and systemic applications.
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Article: LC-UV-MS method development for antibody drug conjugates using a non-toxic ADC-mimic
Antibody-drug conjugates (ADC) represent a rapidly emerging class of biotherapeutic molecules, which harness the specificity of monoclonal antibodies (mAb) to selectively deliver highly potent cytotoxic drugs. Like all biotherapeutics they require significant analytical characterization.
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Scientific Poster & Whitepaper Gallery 2019
The latest research and developments from Pharma and Biopharma industry experts.
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Scientific poster: The use of EMDEX® in a lactose-free reformulation of cetirizine tablets
Spray-dried lactose is widely used as a filler and binder in the pharmaceutical industry, but many adults are not able to digest lactose. Therefore, it is indispensable to provide alternatives to lactose-containing drugs in order to make them suitable for lactose intolerant patients.
