Newsletter | December 2, 2024

12.02.24 -- Go Ahead, Outsource Your Entire Biotech

NEW PODCAST EPISODE

Biopolitics With Allan Shaw

The notion that political influence has no place in biology appears poised for a test it hasn’t studied for. Trump administration nominations, from RFK, Jr. to HHS and Vivek Ramaswamy to the newly-proposed DOGE, are driving speculation over the implications for biotech and other life sciences industries. How should biotech builders be obviating? On the Business of Biotech, we're joined for some reflection by none other than Allan Shaw.

FEATURED EDITORIAL

Go Ahead, Outsource Your Entire Biotech

Persephoni BioPartners CEO Hilary Shultz has created a business model that may propel “externalization” to an ultimate implementation: The formation of a biotech by outsourcing the entire organization, which then outsources to advance an asset. Shultz describes Persephoni as a “venture studio.” Chief Editor Louis Garguilo investigates further ...

CMC Strategies With CDMOs: Ensuring CQAs For Oligos And Peptides

Developing a practical chemistry, manufacturing, and controls (CMC) strategy for oligonucleotides and peptides demands a shift in approach in terms of the way you collaborate with your CDMO.

INDUSTRY INSIGHTS

Predictive Modeling Of Viscosity Behavior Using Artificial Neural Networks

Discover a modeling approach employing artificial neural networks using experimental factors combined with simulation-derived parameters plus viscosity data from 27 highly concentrated mAbs.

Aseptic Filling Operations: Keep In-House Or Outsource?

Consider why pouring millions into the infrastructure and quality systems necessary to move away from manual filling is unrealistic and detracts from your strengths in drug development.

Overcoming Formulation Challenges For mRNA, High-Concentration Proteins

Increased demand for protein delivery and the emergence of advanced modalities – including mRNA – are introducing new challenges to the development lifecycle, such as high-concentration formulations.

7 Critical Things To Consider Before Partnering With A CDMO

Partnering with a CDMO can offer numerous benefits, however, several challenges must also be navigated. Review key considerations for overcoming these challenges and enhancing collaboration.

How DFM Promotes Scalability, Repeatability, And Profitability

Understand why DFM discussion must be concise and backed by both historical data and up-to-the-minute insights, e.g., discovered through prototyping, test runs, etc.

3 Vital Steps To QMS Implementation

When selecting a QMS, it may feel like the most challenging step is making the purchase. This is not necessarily the case. Read more about the challenges of implementing an effective QMS, here.

Improving Safety And Efficacy With Charged Variant Characterization

Uncover how a CDMO with extensive experience in protein variant characterization, CQA analytics, and patient-centric product development can ensure the safety and efficacy of your biotherapeutic.

Meeting Demand: Small-Volume Mammalian Cell Culture Manufacturing

As demand for biologics rises, small biotechs and academic researchers face challenges finding CDMOs that specialize in small-scale mammalian cell culture for preclinical and early clinical trials.

Why Manufacturers Are Expanding In Combination Product, Drug-Fill/Finish

In 2024, see why biotech contract manufacturers are doubling down on growth, expanding capabilities in combination product and drug-fill/finish manufacturing to meet the evolving needs of the industry.

Biopharmaceuticals China

Join Boehringer Ingelheim in driving innovation, sustainability, and healthcare advancements in China, creating a healthier future for humans and animals alike.

Navigating The Full Biologic Drug Development Lifecycle

Here, we address attendee questions from a recent webinar about a new biomanufacturing site in Waltham, MA, equipped with state-of-the-art equipment.

SOLUTIONS

Trusted End-To-End CDMO Partner For Your Journey

Working with the right CDMO is vital for successful drug lifecycle management. We serve more than half of the world’s leading biopharmaceutical companies, sharing their mission to expedite patient access.

Drug Characterization And Release Testing Services

Leveraging the expertise and flexibility of a partner empowers you to ensure regulatory compliance from the outset, with thorough characterization starting at the earliest stages.

Solutions For Delivering Complex Biologics — BD Evolve On-Body Injector

Gain flexibility to serve design space requirements for continuous, episodic, or delayed subcutaneous delivery of volumes up to 3 mL for up to three-day wear.

Alachua Campus Tour Video

See how Resilience prioritizes agile supply chains to ensure health security and swiftly respond to emerging needs, positioning itself as a leader in biomanufacturing excellence.

OUTSOURCED PHARMA CAPACITY UPDATE

Find Your New CDMO At Outsourced Pharma Capacity Update

CDMOs in biologics, cell and gene, and small molecule share their capabilities and available capacities. See for yourself why this virtual event has become a wildly popular resource to identify options for your development and manufacturing needs.

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