Helium Usage Management – Preparing for a Sustainable Future
Helium has been the preferred carrier gas for gas chromatography (GC) testing, but its finite supply, environmental impact, and recent supply chain issues have prompted Eurofins Lancaster BioPharmaceutical Chemistry teams to actively seek alternatives and reduce helium usage in laboratories. Conservation efforts include evaluating gas chromatography methods, checking for helium leaks during audits, and avoiding idle periods between analytical runs. Nitrogen and hydrogen are explored as alternatives, with challenges noted. Eurofins is committed to developing strategies to conserve or eliminate helium usage, recognizing the importance of reducing reliance on this non-renewable resource in the industry.
The Role of On-Demand Manufacturing and Derisking in Accelerating Early Clinical Trial Success
June 4th 2025Small pharmaceutical companies are constantly seeking innovative solutions to streamline early clinical trials. Adaptive clinical trials offer important benefits to sponsors and patients, both from a commercial and ethical standpoint. These trials offer flexibility and efficiency, especially in the early stages, where trial protocols can be adjusted based on interim data, such as introducing new doses or modifying participant sample size. However, adjusting manufacturing demand during an adaptive trial can be complicated, and strict regulatory requirements present significant challenges. On-demand manufacturing provides a robust solution, allowing for real-time supply and demand adjustments and improved trial flexibility. This paper explores how on-demand manufacturing meets the operational needs of adaptive trials and aligns with regulatory expectations.
Fast and Efficient Sialic Acid Clone Selection Using Lectin-Based High-Throughput Screening
June 2nd 2025Glycosylation is a common and critical post-translational modification that affects protein function and therapeutic efficacy, making its monitoring and accurate quantification essential for drug development.
