Wednesday, July 5, 2023 Daily Archives

Driving Environmental Sustainability in the Biopharmaceutical Industry

In order to enhance access to life-saving medicines, the biopharmaceutical industry must prioritize more efficient therapeutic production. However, the environmental impact of manufacturing choices is facing increasing scrutiny. Sustainability opportunities within the biopharmaceutical sector encompass reducing the environmental footprint, addressing resource depletion, and effectively managing waste through repurposing and recycling. During a recent panel discussion, sustainability experts from Sartorius and their collaborators shared valuable insights on enhancing the sustainability of manufacturing processes. These insights encompass adopting single-use technologies, improving process…

Planova™ Webinar – Addressing Continuous Bioprocessing Challenges From Virus Removal Perspective

This webcast features: Kathleen McLaughlin, Senior Scientist, BioProcess R&D, Merck & Hironobu Shirataki, PhD, Senior Consultant, Scientific Affairs, Global Marketing, Bioprocess Division, Asahi Kasei Medical. There are two presentations during this webcast. Evaluation of the Planova™ BioEX Virus Removal Filter in Continuous Bioprocessing of a Monoclonal Antibody by Kathleen McLaughlin Standard batch monoclonal antibody biologics manufacturing processes are costly and time-consuming. A switch to intensified continuous processing enables much higher productivity, notably > 1.5 g/L/day over 25+ days of bioreactor…

NorthX bolsters manufacturing capacity with Valneva plant buy

The acquisition of a biologics manufacturing unit from Valneva will expand our capabilities and services to customers globally, says firm. The acquisition sees contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) NorthX Biologics buy the Stockholm-based multipurpose facility from Valneva Sweden for an undisclosed fee. The facility is located is close to Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm. “We take advantage of opportunities when presented to us and felt this site had a very  good complementary service offering to those we already offer. We will…