Newsletter | October 8, 2026

10.08.26 -- Engineering Better ADCs, Part 1: MoA, Conjugation Chemistry, And More

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Ask Us Anything: Ingrid Ekman On Using Technology To Optimize R&D

Listen to Ingrid Ekman on why smoother tech transfer starts much earlier — with systematic data and design of experiments that map a process's boundaries before it ever reaches commercial scale.

 

Your Guide To Minimizing Scope Creep For Pharma Projects

By adopting these best practices, biotech sponsors can foster more transparent, efficient, and productive collaborations with their CDMO partners.

 

Amplifying Human Ingenuity: AI And The Future Of Frontline Operations

Explore a new vision for operations that replaces digital waste with adaptable, worker‑driven tools, as well as how continuous transformation and practical AI frameworks can help teams evolve processes.

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Engineering Better ADCs, Part 1: MoA, Conjugation Chemistry, And More

The field has evolved considerably in antibody–drug conjugate (ADC) science. In this first article of a two-part series, let's discuss how to engineer better ADCs, covering MoA, conjugation chemistry, and more.

 

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Driving Measurable Productivity Gains In CHO Cell Culture

See how targeted media supplementation can improve CHO cell culture outcomes, simplify process optimization, and increase productivity across monoclonal antibodies and emerging modalities.

 

From LAL To rFC: The Evolution Of Endotoxin Testing

Protect patient safety and ensure regulatory compliance by implementing sensitive, reliable bacterial endotoxin testing as a critical component of pharmaceutical quality assurance.

 

Looking Beyond Solubility And Process Performance

Solvent selection for spray-dried dispersions significantly impacts drug performance and scalability. Early, structured solvent choice is vital for successful manufacturing and commercialization.

 

The Rise In Aseptic Manufacturing Solutions With Smaller Footprints

Aseptic drug manufacturing is going small. Discover how advanced robotic and automated systems with smaller footprints are changing the landscape and boosting accessibility.

 

Material Transfer: How To Reduce Contamination Risk At Every Step

Evaluate packaging integrity and master wiping techniques to prevent cleanroom contamination. Focus on surface coverage and controlled transfer paths to ensure consistent product safety and quality.

 

5 Ways Pre-Filled Syringes Contribute To Better Patient Outcomes

In our series on pre-filled syringes, we examine five key ways this delivery format is enhancing patient outcomes, not just through the medicine it contains, but through the device design itself.

 

Quality Time With Oliver: Guest Michael Dominguez

Build a stronger CCIT strategy with practical guidance on risk assessment, method development, and validation, as well as how to improve collaboration between sponsors and testing laboratories.

 

8 Regulations Every Biotech And Pharma Quality Leader Must Know

Navigate essential biotech and pharma regulations safely. Learn how unifying global standards streamlines audits and accelerates development schedules.

 

Navigating Complexity: Tailored Analytical & Preclinical Services

Tailored strategies identify risk early, integrate data-driven insight, and streamline formulation planning to accelerate timelines and position complex molecules for successful development.

 

CDMO Partnerships: Why Speed And Flexibility Matter Now More Than Ever

As demand for GLP-1s and biologics accelerates and timelines compress, it's become more crucial that companies stay competitive and bring therapies to market faster by partnering with a CDMO.

 

Balancing Speed And Efficiency In Later-Stage Development

Reduce development risk and improve readiness for larger trials with strategies that align formulation, manufacturing, and commercialization goals.

 

Decontamination Using Vaporized And Aerosolized Hydrogen Peroxide

Aerosolized hydrogen peroxide decontamination cuts isolator cycle times from 70 to 15 minutes while drastically reducing biocide and overall energy usage.

 

Overcoming The Obstacles Of Spray-Dried Dispersion Scale-Up

SDD scale-up introduces scale-dependent risks that threaten bioavailability, stability, and manufacturability. Read about a model-based framework for managing those risks.

 

Accelerating Innovation With Unified Quality

Centralizing data in a unified cloud QMS eliminates manual tracking, enhances operational visibility, and unlocks predictive insights to bring therapies to patients faster.

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