PTSM: Pharmaceutical Technology Sourcing and Management-12-02-2015

PTSM: Pharmaceutical Technology Sourcing and Management

Software Corrects Spectra Data

November 30, 2015

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KnowItAll spectroscopy software from Bio-Rad Laboratories corrects differences in spectra data.

Lab Reactor Designed for Scale-up

November 30, 2015

In the Lab

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The ReactoMate Datum controlled lab reactor system accommodates a range of vessel sizes.

Instrument Measures Endotoxins at Point of Use

November 30, 2015

In the Lab

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Charles River offers the Endosafe nexgen-PTS endotoxin testing system.

Instrument Manufacturers Collaborate on Interoperability

November 30, 2015

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Agilent Technologies and Thermo Fisher Scientific exchange instrument control drivers and software support.

HTS Reader Features Three Light Sources

November 30, 2015

In the Lab

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BMG LABTECH announces the release of a new reference multi-mode HTS reader at SLAS in January 2016.

“A Hit for Every Target” and Changing the Model for Pharma Innovation

November 30, 2015

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As 3-D screening and lab automation improve lead optimization, open collaborative models are breaking down long-established walls. Will the industry redefine the way it handles R&D?

Researchers Identify Advances for Heterocyclic Chemistry

November 30, 2015

API Synthesis and Manufacturing

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Multi-component coupling reactions for the generation of heterocycles in fewer steps reduced processing times, cost, and waste are attracting interest.

System Automates Traceability

November 30, 2015

Supply Chain Update

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The Safe Chain Track and Trace System automates traceability for supply chain security.

Lufthansa Cargo Offers CSafe Containers

November 30, 2015

Supply Chain Update

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CSafe partners with Lufthansa Cargo in dedicating a fleet of RKN containers to Cool/td-Active service offering.

FDA Approves Ash Stevens as API Manufacturer for Takeda’s Multiple Myeloma Drug

November 26, 2015

API Synthesis and Manufacturing

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Ash Stevens has received FDA’s approval to manufacture Takeda’s multiple myeloma drug, ixazomib, at its facility in Riverview, Michigan.

Romaco Acquires Medipac AB and Extends Position in Effervescent Tablets Sector

November 26, 2015

Contract Services Update

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With the acquisition of Medipac’s tube filling assets for effervescent tablets, Romaco can now offer the complete line configurations for effervescent tablets.

Shimadzu’s Nexera UC Wins R&D 100 Award

November 24, 2015

In the Lab

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The Nexera UC Unified Chromatography System from Shimadzu Scientific Instruments was recognized with an R&D100 award.

Cobra Biologics to Scale Production of Growth Hormone

November 23, 2015

Contract Services Update

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The University of Sheffield has appointed Cobra Biologics to advance novel fusion protein technology into Phase 1 clinical trials.

Pharma Supply Chains: Contingency Planning Not Yet a Priority, Survey Says

November 20, 2015

Supply Chain Update

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UPS’ 2015 “Pain in the Chain” survey suggests that pharma companies are getting better at product protection, cold chain and regulatory compliance, but need to improve cost control and planning for unexpected events. Lack of transparency and “too many handoffs” remain major challenges.

Catalent Expands Biologics Capabilities

November 20, 2015

Contract Services Update

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Expansions at Catalent’s Kansas City, MO, and Madison, WI facilities made in response to industry demand.

Baxter Expands Fill-Finish Facility

November 19, 2015

Contract Services Update

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Baxter expands capacity for lyophilized cytotoxic oncology therapies at its fill/finish facility in Halle, Germany.

GRAM Adds Board Member

November 10, 2015

Contract Services Update

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Industry veteran Mark Kontny joins board of directors at Grand River Aseptic Manufacturing.

BASF Starts Up Specialty Amines Plant

November 05, 2015

API Synthesis and Manufacturing

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BASF’s new multi-product amines plant in Ludwigshafen, Germany meets growing demand for amines in various applications, including pharmaceuticals.