Optimizing Solid Dosage Manufacturing
Quality-by-design principles enhance a thorough understanding of both product and process technology, which is needed for optimization of solid-dosage manufacturing, including processes for improving solubility, such as hot-melt extrusion, softgels, and liquid-filled capsules.

Control Strategies for Synthetic Therapeutic Peptide APIs—Part I: Analytical Consideration
USP evaluates quality attributes for synthetic peptides.

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Comparing Drug Layering and Direct Pelletization Processes
The extended-release performance of drug-loaded pellets manufactured by two methods, drug layering and direct pelletization, was compared.

Perspectives and Challenges of Nanomedicine in Gene Silencing
Advances in nanomedicine have provided several potential candidates for safe and effective delivery of siRNA.

FDA Details National Vaccine Plan
HHS plan makes progress in ensuring availability of safe vaccines.

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Almac Expands Asia Pacific Operations
Almac expands technical, project, and operational resources in Asia.

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Texas A&M Center Adds Mobile Cleanrooms
Walker Barrier Systems builds eight mobile clean rooms for the Texas A&M Center for Innovation in Advanced Development and Manufacturing.

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Quattroflow Single-Use Quaternary Diaphragm Pumps Use Polymeric Pump Chamber
Plastic pump chamber is a cost-effective alternative for biopharmaceutical applications.

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ASI Life Sciences Introduces Disposable Heat Exchanger and Mixer
ASI Life Sciences introduced the DHX Disposable Heat Exchanger and the imPULSE MDS mixing, docking, and shipping system for single-use biopharmaceutical processes.

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KNF Neuberger Launches Laboratory Metering Pump
Metering pump can be used with aggressive or corrosive liquids.

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Crane Introduces Next-Generation Diaphragm Pump
The DEPA DH next-generation double air-operated diaphragm pump from Crane features a new design.

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INTERPHEX Features Packaging Innovations
Displays will include new products for anticounterfeiting, labeling, and compliance packaging and new equipment for filling, aggregating, and quality control.

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