Newsletter | October 13, 2025

10.13.25 -- The FDA 483 Heard Round The World

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Why The Latest E2500-25 Standard Revision Demands Immediate Action

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How To Get Products To Patients Faster With A Connected QMS

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FEATURED EDITORIAL

The FDA 483 Heard Round The World

For the first time in more than a decade writing this column, I’ll focus on a specific 483 – actually two – received by a CDMO site. It pains me to do so, for a number of reasons. But the overall industry reaction to this specific FDA issuance compels me to take this on. Read about the 482 heard round the world, and what it means.

A Study In Optimizing Late-Stage Processes With QbD, DoE

Nobody wants to redesign analytical process profiles when a market approval is within reach, but what about when a last-lap QbD exercise could bring real benefit?

INDUSTRY INSIGHTS CONTINUED

Advancing In Silico Predictions In Early Drug Discovery

Examine a high-throughput approach that streamlines LogD measurements, offering faster and more accurate insight into compound lipophilicity to support better decision-making in early drug discovery.

Factors To Consider While Selecting Stoppers For Lyophilized Vials

Lyophilization is a common method for stabilizing parenteral drugs with poor solution stability. Ensure the success and stability of your lyophilized products by choosing the right container-closure system.

Contamination Control: Strategy Planning And Execution

A robust contamination control strategy using a plan-do-study-act framework promotes compliance, product quality, and operational efficiency in biopharmaceutical manufacturing facilities.

Optimize Your Process For Producing High-Concentration Drugs

Review the challenges and consider solutions in high-concentration monoclonal antibody manufacturing, including practical strategies for maximizing product recovery and optimizing processes.

Minimizing Risk In RNA-LNP Encapsulation And Drug Product Manufacturing

Learn about an integrated drug substance/drug product offering for your IND program and beyond, with a holistic approach to ensure process robustness at every stage.

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