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Codex DNA Aims to Accelerate Virus Research with Full-Length Synthetic Genome for SARS-CoV-2 Delta Variant
In September, Codex DNA released a full-length synthetic genome for the SARS-CoV-2 delta variant, which may accelerate discovery and development of diagnostics and treatments for COVID-19.
LabVantage Solutions Now Offers LabVantage Enterprise SaaS
The new LabVantage Enterprise SaaS adds full configurability and custom interfacing capabilities.
NewAge Industries Completes Plant Expansion
NewAge Industries has completed a plant expansion that added new cleanrooms to its headquarters in Southampton, Pa.
Gyros Protein Technologies Announces New Titer Kit
Gyros’ new titer kit identifies adeno-associated virus serotype 9 in vector-based cell and gene therapy manufacturing.
CuriRx Launches CuriLytics Platform
CuriRx’s CuriLytics platform is a mass spectrometry instrument that will support complex biotherapeutics development.
AstraZeneca Enters into Research Collaboration With VaxEquity
The research collaboration between AstraZeneca and VaxEquity aims to discover and develop self-amplifying RNA therapeutics.
New Sterile Connectors for Small-Bore Tubing Offer an Alternative to Welding
CPC’s MicroCNX Series Connectors provide an alternative to tube welding at small tubing sizes.
PharmaLex Completes Joint Venture With OSTHUS Services
The joint venture with OSTHUS will expand PharmaLex’s IT consulting and system integration expertise.
AGC Bio Boosts Manufacturing Capacity for pDNA and mRNA at Heidelberg Facility
AGC Biologics is expanding manufacturing capacity at its Heidelberg, Germany, facility for plasmid DNA and messenger RNA.
Vector Laboratories Closes $124 Million Buyout
Vector Laboratories has completed a $124 million cash buyout backed by Thompson Street Capital Partners and will begin an acquisition strategy to expand protein detection capabilities.
Ardena Acquires Idifarma From Suanfarma
Ardena acquires Idifarma, adding spray drying technology and high potency capabilities.
AstraZeneca and European Commission Reach Settlement Agreement Over COVID-19 Vaccine Supply
AstraZeneca and the European Commission have reached an agreement that ends legal proceedings over the execution of the advance purchase agreement for the delivery of Vaxzevria.
Thermo Fisher to Establish Single-Use Technology Site in US
Thermo Fisher Scientific plans to expand its Nashville, Tenn., site by establishing a dedicated single-use technology manufacturing facility at the site, doubling capacity.
Thermo Fisher Scientific to Expand Pipette Tip Manufacturing Under $192.5 Million Government Contract
The US government has granted Thermo Fisher Scientific a $192.5 million contract that the company will use to expand domestic manufacturing for pipette tips.
Element Acquires Impact Analytical
Element’s acquisition of Impact Analytical expands their life sciences footprint in North America.
Pii Hires Roberto Almodóvar Febles as Head of Aseptic Operations
Febles will oversee day-to-day aseptic manufacturing at Pharmaceutics International, Inc.
Switzerland-Based CDMO ten23 health Launches
CDMO ten23 health aims to support companies developing injectable biopharmaceutical drugs.
Avantor Makes Multi-Year Investment in Hydration Capabilities for Biologics Production
Avantor plans to address rising global demand for biologics with their investment in hydration capabilities.
Quotient Sciences Makes Multi-Million Dollar Investment to Expand Drug Substance Manufacturing Facility
Quotient Sciences is investing £6.3 million ($8.68 million) into their drug substance manufacturing capabilities.
Amgen, USC, and Thermo Fisher Partner on Cryo-EM Biotechnology Research
The University of Southern California and Amgen have teamed up to provide researchers access to two of Thermo Fisher Scientific’s cryo-EM instruments.
Biotium’s New Staining Kit Aims to Optimize Exosome Detection
A new membrane staining kit, ExoBrite, launched by Biotium aims to enhance the detection of exosomes through flow cytometry.
BioAgilytix Acquires Australian-Based CRO 360biolabs
BioAgilytix, a US-based contract research laboratory focused on large-molecule drug development, has agreed to purchase 360biolabs, an Australia-based contract research organization specializing in virology and immunology.
AGC Biologics Breaks Ground on New Multipurpose Facility in Denmark
AGC Biologics has broken ground on a new multipurpose facility in Copenhagen, Denmark, that will increase capacity.
Todos Medical to Launch New Antibody Blood Test for COVID-19
Todos Medical has completed validation of its cPass neutralizing antibody blood test to monitor COVID-19 immunity.
Lonza Invests in Drug Product Manufacturing Services in China
Lonza plans to establish drug product manufacturing capabilities at is site in Guangzhou, China, to produce clinical trial and commercial supply in the country.
BMS Elects to In-License AI-Designed, Immune-Modulating Drug Candidate from Exscientia
Bristol Myers Squibb has exercised the option to in-license an immune-modulating drug candidate developed by Exscientia.
Corning’s New Cell and Gene Therapy Platform Demonstrates Large-Scale Bioproduction
Corning’s new Ascent fixed bed reactor (FBR) system is an automated bioproduction platform designed to significantly improve yields and reduce bioproduction costs.
Patent Office Grants BlueAllele Patent for Advanced Gene Editing Technology
BlueAllele has been granted a US patent for its advanced gene-editing technology, PALIDON, which is compatible with existing gene editing nucleases and delivery systems.
Syngene Expands Microbial and Mammalian Manufacturing Facilities in Bengalaru
Syngene’s additions include a new microbial facility and an expanded mammalian facility.
Biotage Expands Lipid Capacity with New Facility
Biotage’s new facility in Cardiff, UK, will produce lipids using large-scale flash purification.