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SGS Adds GMP DNA Sequencing Capabilities at Glasgow Facility
SGS has introduced a Sanger sequencing service at its Glasgow, United Kingdom, laboratory to support genetic stability testing and perform identity testing on cell banks, plasmids, and viral seeds/vectors.
WuXi Biologics Starts Up Large-Scale, Single-Use Biomanufacturing Facility
The new 30,000-L, $150-million biologics manufacturing facility in Wuxi, China, quintuples the company’s existing manufacturing capability.
Bluetooth-Enabled Temperature Data Loggers for Cold Chain Management
Oceasoft has updated its line of Bluetooth-enabled temperature data loggers for shipping and logistics applications.
AMRI Expands Bulk API Aseptic Manufacturing Capacity
The contract research, development, and manufacturing organization has expanded API aseptic manufacturing capacity at its Valladolid, Spain, facility.
PharmaForce to Invest $145 Million in Facilities Expansion
The company will expand two of its Ohio facilities, investing approximately $145 million to support manufacturing and warehouse operations.
Lonza in Gene Therapy Licensing Agreements
Lonza has entered into strategic license agreements for exclusive rights to a gene-therapy platform for developing treatments for hearing and balance disorders.
Biocad Announces New Manufacturing Site in North Africa
Biocad and Sothema Labs have partnered to release cancer-treating biosimilars into the North African market.
Binding Site Expands mAb Portfolio
Binding Site has introduced a number of new monoclonal antibodies targeting infectious diseases, including cytomegalovirus, hepatitis (A, B, C, and D), herpes, human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), rubella, and toxoplasma.
GE Healthcare Completes Acquisition of Bioprocessing Start-Up
The acquisition gives GE Healthcare access to a nanofiber-based platform purification technology that can offer improvements in biopharmaceutical productivity.
Design Solution for Single-Use Technology Applications
SciLog Select Go Single-Use Assemblies from Parker Hannifin uses an assortment of validated parts and assemblies to build needed devices for biopharmaceutical manufacturing.
Integrated Analytical Software Solutions for Clinical and Regulatory Processes
MasterControl has added three new cloud-based analytical solutions to its MasterControl Version 11.7 software for clinical managers and regulatory/submissions professionals.
Pall Debuts New Inline Diafiltration Modules for Continuous Bioprocessing
The company’s new modules offer scalable single-pass diafiltration and were exclusively showcased during its Leadership Forum series in Westborough, MA.
ADC Targets Fail Because of Aggregation Problems
ADC Bio experts warn of impending problems in the ADC pipeline with millions wasted in development costs.
Pfizer Appoints New COO
The company has appointed Albert Bourla, PhD, as its new COO.
Nitto Avecia Completes Large-Scale Synthesis of Oligonucleotide
Company completes first successful run of what is believed to be the largest synthesis-scale done for oligonucleotide APIs.
Alcami in API Manufacturing Pact with Solasia
Alcami will manufacture clinical supply of the API for a drug candidate targeting various hematologics and solid cancers.
WuXi and Pall Establish Continuous MAb Manufacture
The companies have established a joint laboratory to develop full continuous processing to manufacture high yields of monoclonal antibodies at reduced costs.
QuintilesIMS Changes Name to IQVIA
QuintilesIMS has changed its name to IQVIA to reflect its October 2016 merger with IMS Health.
Arcinova Strengthens Its API GMP Manufacturing
The company has introduced two new GMP vessel streams at its API manufacturing facility in Northumberland, UK that allows it to now offer fully integrated drug substance and drug product manufacturing.
New Study Challenges Current Theories on Skin Delivery of Macromolecules
The authors of the study believe it could have significant implications for the discovery of new dermatological products for major diseases such as psoriasis.
Vetter Expands in Asia-Pacific
The company has officially opened a local brand office in South Korean to support its existing business in the region.
Integrated Digital Solutions for Supply Chains
Supply Chain Wizard has developed a set of integrated digital solutions to improve supply chain functions.
Celonic Acquires Glycotope’s Biomanufacturing Facility
CDMO Celonic acquired a biomanufacturing facility in Heidelberg, Germany from Glycotope.
Almac Group to Acquire BioClin Laboratories
Almac Group will acquire BioClin Laboratories to expand Almac’s analytical service offerings.
Catalent and Grid Therapeutics Form Immuno-Oncology Pact
The companies will collaborate to develop and manufacture Grid’s lead therapeutic candidate for the treatment of solid tumors.
Citoxlab Acquires Xenometrics
The contract research organization (CRO) has acquired Xenometrics, a non-clinical CRO specializing in preclinical assessment of new drug candidates.
Kraig Biocraft to Develop Recombinant Spider Silk for US Army
The biotechnology company has entered a contract with the United States Army to develop custom recombinant spider silk for protective textile applications.
Plate Reader for Automated Characterization of Macromolecules and Nanoparticles
Wyatt Technology has added the DynaPro Plate Reader III to its macromolecular and nanoparticle characterization product offerings.
Roquette Opens New Asia Pacific Headquarters and Innovation Center in Singapore
The company has opened new facilities and an innovation center in Singapore, China that will focus on the development of plant-based products.
Catalent Closes Cook Pharmica Acquisition; Defines New Business Units
Catalent’s new Biologics & Specialty Drug Delivery unit will be led by Barry Littlejohn; Jonathan Arnold to lead Oral Drug Delivery
