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The supply chain requires transporting cold goods, such as meat and dairy. What about medical products? Vaccines, insulin, and other medications require cold chain logistics. Industry professionals must use unique tactics to protect the integrity of your goods. Here’s why cold chain logistics is important in the pharmaceutical industry. What Is Cold Chain Logistics? Shipping companies use cold chain logistics to transport temperature-sensitive items, using r…
As the global focus on environmental sustainability intensifies, the manufacturing industry finds itself at a critical juncture. Worldwide, the industry is a significant contributor to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, accounting for roughly a quarter of global emissions. At the company level, taking steps to reduce emissions is crucial to meeting global climate targets, ensuring long-term competitiveness and sustainable development, and staying compliant with existing and future legislation. Yet, the nuances are complex and…
Medical Affairs plays a crucial role in bridging the gap between science and business in the pharmaceutical and life sciences industries. Amongst the many different career paths on offer within the field are two critical roles: the Medical Science Liaison (MSL) and the Medical Advisor. Whilst these two roles share plenty of common ground, they differ significantly in both their functions are career trajectories, and in this article, we dive deeper into these differences.
Dr. Subhashis Chakraborty, General Manager, Head - Global Product Management, ACG Capsules – ACG “In 2025, advancements in manufacturing technology and polymer science are revolutionising the capsule industry, driving the widespread adoption of cellulose-based capsules. These innovations address raw material concerns, en…
Adherence to the CGMP regulations assures the identity, strength, quality, and purity of drug products by requiring that manufacturers of medications adequately control manufacturing operations. This includes establishing strong quality management systems, obtaining appropriate quality raw materials, establishing robust operating procedures, detecting and investigating product quality deviations, and maintaining reliable testing labor…
The investigation approach should be the same for analytical results that are OOS, or indeed for any result that is outside the regular pattern of results, according to both US and UK regulations (often referred to as atypical results). It is critical…
The Role of Water for Injection (WFI) in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Water for Injection (WFI) serves as a cornerstone of pharmaceutical manufacturing, where the highest standards of quality and purity are paramount. Its use spans the production of injectable drugs, vaccines, and other critical healthcare products, requiring utmost precision and control to e…
With renewed momentum around ISO IDMP internationally, MAIN5 recently partnered with Pistoia Alliance and data registry specialist Accurids to determine current progress toward IDMP implementation. The benchmark study[1] also explored companies’ relative maturity in supporting FAIR data principles, geared to making data more Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, and Reusable. These are championed by Pistoia Alliance, whose IDMP-Ontology (IDMP-O) project aims to encourage u…
Especially in recent years, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force across industries, and the pharmaceutical sector is no exception. One of the key areas where AI is having a significant impact is in Quality Assurance (QA). Ensuring the safety, efficacy, and quality of pharmaceutical products is paramount, and AI technologies have the power to revolutionise these pr…
The health care and pharmaceutical industries have undergone impressive developments in recent years with the rise of artificial intelligence (AI). Cold chains, in particular, have benefited from these new technologies, improving the efficacy and safety of temperature-controlled medication. The Importance of AI in Pharma Cold Chains Cold-chain pharmaceuticals comprise drugs, vaccines, active ingredients and biological substances requiring specialized thermal packaging solutions from production to distribution. The increasing popularity of cel…
Kiel, Germany, December 9, 2024 – tiakis Biotech AG, a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing novel therapeutics for life-threatening pulmonary and cardiovascular diseases, today announced the results of its randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical Phase Ib/II COMCOVID trial evaluating Tiprelestat for the treatment of patients hospitalized due to COVID-19. In 2021, tiakis Biotech received support from the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (“BMBF”) to initi…
Pharma Contract Manufacturing 2025 is taking place in Berlin next March (26-27th). Download the event details here: https://shorturl.at/p4iFE Ahead of our conference, we spoke to partners at Fuliginous Management Consulting to gain expert insights into building effective pricing models for CDMO partnerships. The exclusive interview with Kyriakos Kansos and George Ntortas explores essential strategies for tackling pricing complexities including adopting value-based approaches and designing risk-sharing agreements that enhance profitability whil…
Recently published study by Prophecy Market Insights Pharmaceutical Microbiology Quality Control Market Size, Share & Trends Outlook Report [2025-2035] contains a detailed examination of major trends, dynamics, and market size of Pharmaceutical Microbiology Quality Control market. The market has many participants, each with their own product description, classification, and industrial structure. This is a new informative report which includes all-around information along with the technological developments, which promotes and assists the estimation of every aspect of the industry. The report delivers the foreca…
Artificial intelligence (AI) is making headlines with promises to revolutionise how we work and help businesses streamline processes, improve productivity, and promote growth. And yet, many companies still view robotics and automation – which are arguably precursors to AI and essential to any successful AI application – as daunting and complex. These insecurities are often accompanied by long-standing fears of worker displacement and concerns about t…
Protective clothing has become a vital component of the life sciences industry, where rigorous safety standards are paramount for worker protection and maintaining sterile environments. As research, biotechnology, and healthcare continue to advance, so does the demand for high-quality life sciences personal protective equipment (PPE) to meet the growing complexity of these fields. Evolution of Protective Clothing…
Air transport is a critical lifeline for the life sciences and health care industries, ensuring the timely delivery of essential products like medicines and lab samples worldwide. Whether transporting temperature-sensitive biologics or coordinating international clinical trials, life sciences companies rely heavily on the efficiency of air logistics. However, when air transport is disrupted — whether by weather, geopolitical tensions, or logist…
The pharmaceutical robots market is set for remarkable growth, driven by an increased prevalence of chronic diseases and a heightened demand for automation in healthcare. Valued at $177.9 million in 2022, this market is expected to advance at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.3%, reaching an impressive $426.8 million by the end of 2031. The Automation Transformation: A New Era in Healthcare Pharmaceutical robots are revolutionizing the heal…
What Is a Monopoly Pharma Franchise and How Does It Work? The pharmaceutical industry is one of the most rapidly expanding sectors globally, and with it, various business models have emerged, offering opportunities to entrepreneurs and companies alike. One such business model is the monopoly pharma franchise, which has gained significant attention due to its unique structure and profitability. This article will explore what a monopoly pharma franchise is, how it works, and why it has become a preferred choice for businesses looking to establish a presence in the pharmaceutical industry. What Is a…