APIs
Exploring Chiral Chemistry
Patricia Van Arnum, senior editor of Pharmaceutical Technology and editor of Sourcing and Management
Producing the single enantiomer of a bioactive chiral compound is an ongoing challenge. Chemocatalysis and biocatalysis often are the key in asymmetric synthesis for producing a compound with desired yield and enantiopurity.


Outsourcing
Project Managers Wanted
Eric Langer, president of BioPlan Associates.
Outsourcing by bio/pharmaceutical companies is increasing in volume and scope, but what are some factors that may constrain growth? Effective communication and effective relationship management, from both a sponsor company and contract manufacturing organization perspective, pose a potential bottleneck to realizing the potential of outsourcing.


Sourcing
DCAT Conference Focuses on Procurement/Sourcing Strategies
Patricia Van Arnum, editor of Sourcing and Management and senior editor of Pharmaceutical Technology
Procurement, sourcing, and partnerships with external suppliers take on greater importance as the pharmaceutical supply chain becomes increasingly more complex and global.

Global Feature
CSR and Sustainability Forum
Pharmaceutical Technology’s dedicated editorial coverage on the developments in corporate social responsibility (CSR) and sustainability from the bio/pharmaceutical industry, other business sectors, and public and private organizations. This month, we feature articles on the UN Millennium Development Goals and upcoming summit, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton’s comments on the US Global Health Initiative, and a roundup of CSR and sustainability news.

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