Delivery technologies

Collaboration to chart AI-generated map of the immune system

21-Dec-2020 By Jenni Spinner

A partnership between Immunai and 10x Genomics will use artificial intelligence to create a map of the immune system to help accelerate drug development.

Biomarkers pave the way to personalized care: Quanterix

21-Dec-2020 By Jenni Spinner

An executive from the digital biomarker tech company explains the myriad benefits of biomarker analysis in advancing precision health solutions.

Eversana, ArisGlobal team up on drug-safety automation

08-Dec-2020 By Jenni Spinner

The two companies plan to work together on technology that advances pharmacovigilance in order to increase safety and effectiveness of new therapies.

Dive into the digital evolution of clinical trials

01-Dec-2020 By Jenni Spinner

Taking place December 9, the Digital Advances in Clinical Trials webinar covers notable advances in clinical trial technology, and the future of the field.

Scottish biotech outfit launches clinical trials division

24-Nov-2020 By Jenni Spinner

Intelligent Tissue Group has launched its Intelligent Clinical trials facility to help assess the effectiveness and safety of potential new treatments.

Novartis, Elsevier collaborate on risk-assessment tool

12-Nov-2020 By Jenni Spinner

The two companies plan to work together on the creation a drug-development technology tool that helps in safety margin risk assessment prediction.

Eversana, Evoke Pharma partner on nasal drug for patients with diabetic gastroparesis

10-Nov-2020 By Jenni Spinner

The two companies have joined forces to collaborate on the commercial launch of Gimoti, a nasal spray for patients suffering from diabetic gastroparesis.

People on the Move: November 2020

05-Nov-2020 By Jenni Spinner

The most recent news on pharmaceutical industry hires, promotions, acquisitions and other events includes Lonza, Medidata, Vetter, and Almac Group.

Minakem: CM reaps time-saving, quality-boosting benefits

04-Nov-2020 By Jenni Spinner

Leaders from the CDMO discuss how the surging interest in continuous manufacturing can result in cost savings and numerous other advantages.

DARPA selects continuous manufacturing partner

04-Nov-2020 By Jenni Spinner

The agency has chosen Continuity Pharma to aid in development and advancement of continuous manufacturing technology, with the help of a $1.5m grant.

eClinical analysis offers perspective on leaders of the pack

02-Nov-2020 By Jenni Spinner

The latest analytical report from Life Science Strategy Group reveals position and perception of the leading players and performers in the eClinical arena.

CPhI Festival of Pharma

CPhI, Pharmapack Europe to return in 2021

08-Oct-2020 By Jenni Spinner

The popular pharma industry conferences plan to combine live and digital elements when assembling its calendar of international events next year.

People on the Move: October 2020

07-Oct-2020 By Jenni Spinner

The latest news on pharmaceutical industry hires, promotions, acquisitions and other events includes Medable, Eversana, Parexel, Astellas and more.

Premier Research: holistic approach benefits drug development

06-Oct-2020 By Jenni Spinner

A leader from the CRO shares insights as to what strategies and philosophies work best when working to craft a successful drug development program.

FDA COVID-19 response roundup

05-Oct-2020 By Jenni Spinner

As the pandemic maintains its hold, the US agency continues to issue advice and take action related to testing, treatment and information on the virus.

Trump and COVID-19: treatments to date

05-Oct-2020 By Jenni Spinner

With the virus reaching the Oval Office, the presidential diagnosis is shining a spotlight on some of the drugs reportedly administered to the POTUS.

CPhI Festival of Pharma

CPhI Pharma Index survey reveals minds of CEOs

01-Oct-2020 By Jenni Spinner

The survey, unveiled ahead of next week's CPhI Festival of Pharma, reveals perspectives, concerns and future plans of more than 500 industry executives.

CPhI Festival of Pharma

Noble to address drug delivery evolution at CPhI

30-Sep-2020 By Jenni Spinner

A leader from the pharma solutions firm will discuss the future of drug delivery at a keynote during the CPhI Festival of Pharma virtual event.

CPhI Festival of Pharma

CPhI: SPI Pharma talks supply chain challenges

30-Sep-2020 By Jenni Spinner

The pharma ingredients provider discusses new products, supply-chain obstacles, and what the future of the industry might hold, ahead of the online event.

Tjoapack expands pre-filled pharma packaging

30-Sep-2020 By Jenni Spinner

The contract pharmaceutical packaging firm plans to add automated packaging equipment to help meet growing demand for pre-filled syringes and vials.

Novel nasal spray reduces viral replication by up to 96%: according to COVID-19 challenge study

28-Sep-2020 By Rachel Arthur

Ena Respiratory’s preventative nasal spray treatment could reach human trials within four months, following results from an animal study released today which showed the spray reduced COVID-19 replication by up to 96%.

CPhI shifts from real-world to digital realm

16-Sep-2020 By Jenni Spinner

In the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, CPhI Festival of Pharma organizers have shifted the event online but kept the industry content.

IntelGenx, ATAI partner on film-based psychedelics

03-Sep-2020 By Jenni Spinner

The companies will join forces to use IntelGenx’s polymeric film technologies for development of pharmaceutical-grade psychedelic drug treatments.

TFF, Union Therapeutics join on potential COVID-19 treatment

27-Aug-2020 By Jenni Spinner

The companies will partner on developing dry-powder forms of niclosamide as a treatment for the virus, using thin-film freezing technology.

Grand River Aseptic Manufacturing tackles unique expansion

11-Aug-2020 By Jenni Spinner

When growing market demand moved the Michigan CDMO to expand, it opted for a novel design-construction approach to building bigger digs.

Softbox introduces sustainable cold-chain packaging

22-Jul-2020 By Jenni Spinner

The Tempcell Eco temperature-control shipping container is designed to combine thermal performance and sustainability for pharma applications.

Aigenpulse launches AI-based discovery platform

20-Jul-2020 By Jenni Spinner

The company is introducing technology using artificial intelligence and machine learning to accelerate drug discovery and development.

Syneos Health inks service deal with Pfizer

16-Jul-2020 By Jenni Spinner

The clinical development and consulting firm has signed a three-year service agreement to support the pharma firm with development service solutions.

Sorrel Medical steps up production of wearables

14-Jul-2020 By Jenni Spinner

The company has opened the doors of a new manufacturing facility designed to create and manufacture a range of wearable drug delivery devices.

Webinar delves into drug delivery innovations

09-Jul-2020 By Jenni Spinner

Innovations in Drug Delivery Part II, a free online event on July 15, will feature novel technologies and innovative solutions to current challenges.

Vantiq, RoviSys: COVID-19 shows need for advanced pharma tech

06-Jul-2020 By Jenni Spinner

Two leaders from advanced tech firms share lessons learned during the pandemic, pointing toward a need for technology to drive the future of pharma.

Thermo Scientific workflow aims to accelerate drug development

29-Jun-2020 By Jenni Spinner

The iSPA Workflow, using single-particle analysis technology, is intended to help pharmaceutical bring drugs to market faster while conserving costs.

Colorcon launches drug authentication platform

29-Jun-2020 By Jenni Spinner

The company’s SoteriaRx platform offers on-dose technology and detection services for authenticating a broad range of medications.

Gilead gets green light for inhaled remdesivir study

23-Jun-2020 By Jenni Spinner

After receiving FDA approval, the pharmaceutical company has announced plans to launch a Phase I trial for an inhaled version of the COVID-19 treatment.

Rho: evolution of drug development reflects focus on quality

29-May-2020 By Jenni Spinner

A representative of the research and development firm offers perspective on how the industry has shifted in recent years, thanks to a number of forces.

Noxopharm reports positive results for prostate cancer drug

26-May-2020 By Jenni Spinner

The oncology drug development firm has announced 27% abscopal response in soft-tissue lesions with use of Veyonda and low-dose radiotherapy.

3M Drug Delivery Systems relaunches as Kindeva Drug Delivery

04-May-2020 By Jenni Spinner

The launch of the renamed, newly independent company follows its acquisition by Altaris Capital Partners.

Novartis acquires digital therapeutics specialist Amblyotech

28-Apr-2020 By Jenni Spinner

The pharmaceutical firm has purchased the company, which specializes in advancing treatments and diagnostics for ocular disorders.

I Holland: beating COVID-19 obstacles is crucial

09-Apr-2020 By Jenni Spinner

The pharmaceutical supplier says companies need to do everything in their power to keep the supply chain moving smoothly in the face of COVID-19.

SHL buyout looks to advance self-injection drug delivery offering

31-Mar-2020 By Vassia Barba

With the acquisition of Weibel, SHL Medical looks to the development of novel drug delivery systems for self-administration, answering a need for improved patient-centricity in the sector.

Takeda taps Evox for exosome therapeutics

30-Mar-2020 By Ben Hargreaves

The partners will focus on developing five potential exosome treatment for rare diseases.

FDA approves migraine drug formulated for fast dispersion

19-Mar-2020 By Vassia Barba

Biohaven’s drug for acute treatment of migraine, manufactured using Catalent’s Zydis technology for orally disintegrating tablets, receives approval from the US FDA.

FDA approves biodegradable implant for eye conditions

09-Mar-2020 By Ben Hargreaves

Allergan’s intracameral sustained-release implant receives US FDA approval for two indications treating ophthalmic conditions.

Abbott, Insulet on ‘pay-as-you-go’ automated insulin delivery system

24-Feb-2020 By Vassia Barba

Abbott’s glucose sensing technology and a tubeless insulin delivery system developed by Insulet are set to create a personalized diabetes management solution.

Tetra in manufacturing deal for printed CBD treatment

18-Feb-2020 By Ben Hargreaves

Tetra Bio-Pharma signs agreement for the commercial manufacture of two CBD-based drug candidates.

Introducing digital connectivity to home infusions

05-Feb-2020 By Vassia Barba

Avoset works to develop infusion pump devices with embedded touch screens, able to connect to and be watched over via smart devices.

In-vitro models reduce ‘risk and cost’ for topically-delivered generics

05-Feb-2020 By Vassia Barba

Developers of generic drugs administered with topical drug delivery methods benefit from MedPharm’s in-vitro models to safely demonstrate bioequivalence.