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Life Sciences - Clinical, TNT Asia

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Clinical trials have very detailed and precise processes and the logistical elements of these processes are critical Recent revisions to the pharmaceutical industrys regulatory laws as well as improved patent laws in countries such as Japan China and India have led to the burgeoning clinical trials market in Asia

Articles

Nanotechnology Strategies for Age –Related Macular Degeneration

AMD accounts for the progressive deterioration of the Retinal Pigment Epithelium RPE function and loss of specialised neuroepithelial cells photoreceptors in the macula central part of the retina at the back of the eye responsible for central vision and therefore result in blurred and distorted vision Further it can cause irreversible blindness

Research Insights

An mRNA Vaccine for Pancreatic Cancer Designed by Applying in Silico Immunoinformatics and Reverse Vaccinology Approaches

Pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma PDAC which constitutes of pancreatic cancer PC is the fourth most prevalent cause of cancerrelated mortality globally A study suggests that by the number of deaths in the US from PC will surpass that from breast

Case Studies

Pharma Connects On Social: Top 20 Pharmaceutical Companies On Social Media

Abstract Pharmaceutical companies have taken a long time to start using social media in the first place but the industry is still struggling to fully embrace the digital space There are now more than two billion active social media users almost a third of the worlds population Customers are talking about health on the internet and in recent years s

Techno Trends

University of Liverpool Researchers Discover New Technique in Cell Signaling

The researchers at the University of Liverpool have made a new discovery in the field of cell signaling Generally the signaling in cell regulates cell growth and repair in humans However abnormal cell signaling can lead to many diseases including cancer and neurodegeneration

White Papers

Cloud Computing in the Laboratory Informatics Solutions and Validation Approaches

In the modern business environment, a significant portion of work is conducted using computerized systems. Many solutions are used to complete tasks, including simple desktop programs like email and Microsoft Office to enterprise-wide, global systems like ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), MES (Manufacturing Execution System), and LIMS

TOP ARTICLES

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Peptide-Drug Conjugates in Precision Oncology

Dr. Keykavous Parang

Dr. Keykavous Parang is a professor at Chapman University with expertise in peptide-based therapeutics and targeted drug delivery systems. He has published extensively in bioconjugate chemistry and nanomedicine, focusing on translating innovative molecular platforms into clinically viable cancer treatments.

Thuy Do

Thuy Do is a Pharm.D. student at Chapman University School of Pharmacy with research interests in nanomedicine and cancer therapeutics. She is involved in Dr. Parang’s capstone project, focusing on peptide-based conjugates and nanoparticle drug delivery systems for the development of innovative targeted cancer treatments.

Clare Dinh

Clare Dinh ('27) is a second-year PharmD student at Chapman University with a leadership emphasis. Active in various professional organizations, she is passionate about pharmaceutical research and plans to pursue postgraduate residency or fellowship programs to further her professional career.

Mahsa Moazen

Mahsa Moazen is a PharmD student at Chapman University and a researcher in Dr. Parang’s peptide drug conjugates project. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Pharmaceutical Chemistry. Her academic interests focus on peptide conjugates for targeted cancer therapy, bridging pharmaceutical research and clinical practice to advance innovative drug development.”

Troy Khong

Troy Khong is a PharmD student at Chapman University School of Pharmacy, set to graduate with a Pharm.D. with a Leadership Degree Emphasis in 2027. I am excited to continue growing in the field of pharmacy and look forward to pursuing opportunities related to pharmaceutical industry.

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Novel Claudin Targeted C-terminal Clostridium Perfringens Enterotoxin Conjugated Anticancer Nanotherapeutics

Sushil Y. Raut

Sushil Y. Raut Assistant Professor and Head of Research Promotion Cell, Dr. D. Y. Patil Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research, Pimpri, Pune. He has over 12 years of teaching and research experience. He has more than 25 research and review publications. He filed 3 Indian patents and over 20 national as well as international presentations in his credits. He is recipient of international research mobility fellowship and other prestigious awards.

 

Tanaji D. Nandgude

Tanaji D. Nandgude, Associate Professor, Dr. D. Y. Patil institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research, Pimpri, Pune. He has 15 years of experience in teaching and research in pharmacy. He has more than 50 research/review papers, more than 60 research paper presentations, 5 book publications and granted projects to his credit. He is recipient of “Young Researcher Award”.

 

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The Green Revolution in Medicine

Aishwarya Jain

Dr Aishwarya Jain is an Assistant Professor and award-winning pharmaceutical researcher recognised with over 70+ national and international honours. Her research focuses on green synthesis, nanotechnology, and sustainable drug delivery. A SCOPUS journal editor and published author, she is dedicated to advancing eco-friendly pharmaceutical innovation and inspiring the next generation of researchers.

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The Role of Genomics in Shaping the Future of Medicine

Smita Agrawal

Smita Agrawal holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley. She has over 20 years of research experience in stem cell biology, neuroscience, immunology, genomics, oncology and real-world data. She currently serves as an independent consultant, offering strategic guidance and insights to life sciences companies on genomics, AI, and health care data applications.

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Envisioning the Biomanufacturing Facility of the Future

Merrilee Whitney

Merrilee is the Head of the BioContinuum™ Platform, driving the strategy and execution of Process Intensification Technologies, Software & Automation, and Analytics to meet the needs of biologics manufacturers. Throughout her 15 years at MilliporeSigma, she managed multiple product lines including clarification, aseptic, virus filtration, and Single Use & Systems.

 

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Zuellig Pharma Strengthens Clinical Sourcing Capabilities in China through Strategic Acquisition

Zuellig Pharma a leading healthcare solutions company in Asia announced the strategic acquisition of a specialized clinical supply facility in Hangzhou China strengthening its clinical sourcing capabilities to better support domestic and international clinical trials

Teva and Samsung Bioepis Announce Agreement to Commercialize Two FDA-Approved Biosimilars in the U.S.

Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd and Samsung Bioepis Co Ltd today announced that they have entered into a license and commercialization agreement for two FDAapproved immunology biosimilars infliximababda a biosimilar to Remicade infliximab and ETICOVO etanerceptykro a biosimilar to Enbrel etanerc...

USP statement on quality and safety considerations for unapproved peptides

USP is concerned about the potential harm to patients from unapproved peptide products However the Department of Health and Human Services HHS Enforcement Discretion Policy released last week regarding the compounding of certain peptide bulk drug substances under A of the Federal Food Drug and Cosme...

Illumina selected to help bring precision medicine into everyday healthcare in Singapore

Illumina Inc today announced it has been selected to provide wholegenome sequencing services for the SGINSIGHT study a cohort under Phase III of Singapores National Precision Medicine NPM programme Expected to include approximately one in Singapore residents or around individuals

Brise Pharmaceuticals Announces Global License Agreement with AbbVie to Advance the Next-Generation of Migraine Therapies

Brise Pharmaceuticals Co Ltd Brise today provided an update on its exclusive license agreement with AbbVie which the companies entered in Under the terms of the collaboration agreement Brise is responsible for discovery efforts and AbbVie will lead global development and commercialization activitie...

Rhythm Pharmaceuticals and LG Chem Enter into Amendment to Bivamelagon Exclusive License Agreement

Rhythm Pharmaceuticals Inc announced an amendment to the global exclusive license agreement with LG Chem Ltd for bivamelagon an investigational oral smallmolecule melanocortin receptor MCR agonist The Company also announced a fiveyear term loan facility led by KKRs HealthCare

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CStone Enters into Collaboration with Kimia Therapeutics to Advance Clinical Development of Novel Oncology Drug

CStone Pharmaceuticals has entered into a clinical development collaboration with USbased Kimia Therapeutics to advance a potential firstinclass drug candidate targeting the DNA damage response DDR pathway which plays an important role in the survival of solid tumour cells

DKSH and The Baker Company Partner to Expand Cell Culture and Microbiology Research

DKSH Business Unit Technology has entered into an exclusive distribution agreement with The Baker Company to make its Baker Ruskinn range of controlledenvironment technologies available to laboratories across Thailand The partnership aims to improve access to equipment used in cell culture tissue c...

Fresenius Enters into Agreement with WuXi Biologics to Expand Biosimilars Pipeline

Fresenius has entered into an exclusive development agreement with WuXi Biologics to expand its biosimilars pipeline and strengthen its biopharmaceutical business The partnership will give Fresenius access to WuXi Biologics capabilities in biologics research development and manufacturing

Edison Scientific Enters into Agreement with Pfizer to Advance Drug Research and Development

Edison Scientific has entered into an agreement with Pfizer to introduce its Edison AI Platform and AI scientist Kosmos across Pfizers biopharmaceutical research and development activities The collaboration will combine Edison Scientifics artificial intelligence AI technology with Pfizers scientific...

Appian and PSI CRO Partner to Advance AI-driven Clinical Trial Operations

Appian and PSI CRO have entered into a strategic partnership to introduce an artificial intelligence AIpowered solution for clinical trial site identification and selection The solution is now live and is designed to automate site selection across different therapeutic areas medical conditions and...

Adalvo Acquires Romiplostim Biosimilar from Enzene

Adalvo has acquired a romiplostim biosimilar programme from Enzene expanding its portfolio of biosimilars and strengthening its presence in complex biological medicines The programme references Nplate romiplostim a medicine used to treat immune thrombocytopenia ITP in adults and children with chroni...