Zachary Zubulake

PDA/FDA 2026 session maps the GMP audit lifecycle, root cause to CAPA closure, plus a local vs. above-site decision framework and two case studies.

The recently opened NJ spray drying facility doubles capacity for amorphous solid dispersions, addressing solubility limits in roughly 70% of small-molecule pipelines.

Karthik Iyer, Eli Lilly, details an AI system linking GMP findings, audits, and deviations for cited, inspection-ready regulatory intelligence.

Sanofi will transfer 20 mature medicines and three manufacturing sites to Cheplapharm for a 26.4% equity stake, closing by Q3 2027.

Christy Owings, Thermo Fisher, on why early supply chain partnership and site visits prevent costly eCOA and clinical trial delays.

Christy Owings, Thermo Fisher, on how AI complements clinical supply chain expertise, streamlines site logistics, and tracks shifting biotech markets.

Christy Owings, Thermo Fisher, speaks on why importer of record strategy and vetted local partners are key to reliable clinical trial supply chains.

Christy Owings, Thermo Fisher, discusses how customs delays and import complexity risk clinical trial supply chains in Latin America.

The FDA approves zilganersen, the first disease-modifying Alexander disease therapy, offering rare disease developers a trial design and RNA delivery model.

Novartis paused 8 CAR T-cell trials after 3 deaths. Bristol Myers also paused a rival program. What it means for cell therapy developers.

Novartis licenses Alteogen's ALT-B4 enzyme for subcutaneous drug conversion in a deal worth up to $3.2B, signaling formulation industry shift.

Lilly is set to acquire Merida Biosciences for up to $2.875B, gaining a precision autoantibody-degrading platform led by phase 1 candidate MER511.

Four FDA approvals in the areas of HIV, diabetes, autoimmune disease, and COVID-19 vaccines came in a flurry in late August 2026.

FDA approves Rasonque (daraxonrasib), the first broad RAS-targeted therapy for metastatic pancreatic cancer, validating RAS(ON) inhibition for future drug development.

Centrix and University of Sussex launch a data analytics partnership to reduce development risk, rework and delays in early-stage pharma programs.

FDA priority review of Jemperli for biomarker-defined rectal cancer signals capacity, supply chain, and global filing shifts for manufacturers.

McKesson will acquire Precision Medicine Group for $2.25B, integrating clinical research and commercialization services within its oncology segment.

REGENXBIO's RGX-121 faces an FDA clinical hold after asymptomatic spine MRI findings, highlighting long-term imaging surveillance for CNS gene therapies.

The FDA grants accelerated approval to Ultragenyx's Genglycos, the first gene therapy for GSDIa, raising manufacturing and post-market monitoring questions.

The FDA approves first therapy shown to reduce new bone lesions and flare-ups in fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva (FOP), based on a 63-patient trial using CT-scan efficacy endpoints.

The Trump administration nominates Heidi Overton for FDA commissioner amid leadership instability, raising questions for drug developers on review timelines and oversight.

FDA grants Priority Review to Teva's ecopipam new drug application, backed by phase 3 data. Ecopipam is a first-in-class D1 receptor therapy for pediatric Tourette syndrome.

LEO Pharma acquires dersimelagon from Tanabe Pharma for up to $435M, adding a late-stage oral rare dermatology asset under FDA review.

This episode of PharmTech Explained discusses how China's biotech surge is reshaping US drug licensing, manufacturing control, and FDA data trust, the key shifts pharma professionals must track.

Glenn Herring, Halo Pharma, discusses its new sterile fill-finish platform: Groninger/SKAN tech, GMP design, and 2026 qualification timeline.

FDA approves TAUKLARIFY, a tau PET imaging agent for Alzheimer's, adding a biomarker tool that could shape trial design for drug developers.

Lee Karras, CEO, Halo discusses the company's new sterile fill-finish platform, Apotex partnership, and injectable onshoring strategy.

Richard Jaenisch, Open Biopharma breaks down AI's real limits in drug discovery, agent security risks, and what workforce readiness looks like by 2028.

Sentynl and Mereo's alvelestat deal for AATD-LD signals early manufacturing collaboration ahead of phase 3, shifting care from IV to oral therapy.

Glenn Herring, Halo Pharma, details the CDMO's new sterile fill-finish platform, Groninger/SKAN tech, GMP/Annex 1 design, and 2026 qualification timeline.