Manufacturing

Editor of Pharmaceutical Technology Europe

Articles

Alternative approaches to freeze drying are gaining popularity and will help to overcome some of the challenges associated with conventional lyophilization.

Accepting Alternative Approaches to Freeze Drying

Christian Goesker is managing director of CRB Group.

Thomas Lederer is office lead, director EPCM Projects, CRB Group.

Mike Barrett is vice president, Project Delivery Services, CRB Group.

By eliminating the waste involved in traditional approaches to project set-up and execution, integrated project delivery helps innovators in the European life sciences market meet their fast-track delivery targets.

How Integrated Project Delivery Enables Speed: A Phase-By-Phase Guide 

Agnes Shanley is senior editor of Pharmaceutical Technology.

Better understanding and control of cell behavior is yielding benefits, upstream and beyond. 


Improving Upstream Predictability

Accelerated approval pathways and growing demand for cell and gene therapies are putting pressure on providers of cellular starting materials, and they must ensure a steady supply.

The Evolving Role of Starting Materials in Cell and Gene Therapy

Feliza Mirasol is the science editor for 

Connectors are a critical element in the process optimization of single-use bioprocessing systems.

Connector Integrity in Single-Use Biomanufacturing Systems

Graeme Proctor is product manager (single-use technologies) at Parker Hannifin, a diversified manufacturer of motion and control technologies and systems with annual sales of $11 billion in fiscal year 2016. The company provides precision-engineered solutions for a variety of mobile, industrial, and aerospace markets.

The use of external retainers to enhance the seal between connectors and tubing is an essential component in single-use manufacturing systems.

Connectors and Sealing Mechanisms—and Their Impact on Process Protection

A streamlined approach may enhance process efficiency and product quality.

Lean Changeover in Biopharmaceutical Facilities: Developing A Risk-Based Approach

Cheryl Zigrand is a freelance medical writer writing on behalf of the BioPhorum Operations Group (BPOG).

An understanding of continuous process validation can lead the way to consistent approaches, reduced investigation times and observations, the avoidance of lost batches, and high-quality products.

Continued Process Verification: State of the Industry

Simon Chalk is director of the BioPhorum Operations Group, simon@biophorum.com

Integrating advances in facility design can meet differing and emerging bioprocessing needs.

Best Practices in Facility Design

Randi Hernandez was science editor at BioPharm International from September 2014 to May 2017.

Making the switch from batch to continuous manufacturing requires a thorough understanding of the process.

Manufacturing Best Practices