Researchers commercializing new method to accelerate drug development
A new method for determining the crystal structures of organic salts – which make up 40% of all APIs – could “greatly speed up” the drug development process, say researchers.
Archives for May 3, 2018
CRO market to reach $44.4bn by 2021
The global contract research organization (CRO) market is forecasted to grow 12% year-on-year through 2021 – led by IQVIA with 12.4% of the market share.
Scientist.com using blockchain tech to ensure data integrity
Responding to the need of ensuring information integrity, Scientist.com has launched DataSmart – which applies blockchain technology to protect data throughout the drug development process.
Codexis outfits CDMO with biocatalyst tech in new partnership model
Codexis is setting up Porton Pharma Solutions with its biocatalyst technology as part of a strategic collaboration aimed at liberating potential cost reductions of up to 20%, says CEO.
Chinese API maker hit with second US FDA warning in three years
The US FDA has issued Lijiang Yinghua Biochemical and Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. a warning letter, in which it says the API maker admitted to deleting test data by accident.
CordenPharma ups oligo API capacity at ex-Roche site
CordenPharma has expanded its oligonucleotide active pharmaceutical ingredient manufacturing capacity in Colorado, US.