2026 Predictions: AI and Regulation Reshape Biopharma R&D
AI and evolving regulations set to transform biopharma operations in drug development and quality.
Bioprocessing
Navigating Uncertainty and Driving Innovation
At CPhI Frankfurt, Christene Smith of CHEManager International interviews Axplora CCO Arul Ramadurai on navigating industry uncertainty and building strategic partnerships.
Sandoz Creates New Global Biosimilar Unit
Sandoz has announced the creation of a new biosimilar development, manufacturing and supply unit.
Comprehensive Insights into Antibody–Drug Conjugates (ADC) for Precision Cancer Therapy
Explore how antibody-drug conjugates are reshaping precision cancer therapy and discover what it takes to successfully develop, manufacture, and scale these complex biologics.
Forma Life Sciences Launches US Based CDMO
Forma Life Sciences launches as US-based contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) for oral solid dosage development and commercial manufacturing in Irvine, California.
Leading CROs and CDMOs Turn to Mass Photometry for Rapid Protein, mRNA and Viral Vector Analytics
As CROs and CDMOs expand their role in biopharma development and manufacturing, fast, accurate bioanalytic technologies remain critical to biotherapeutic affordability.
AsymBio Launches End-to-End Tech Platforms for Biopharma Lifecycle
AsymBio, a subsidiary of Asymchem Group, has established integrated technology platforms including cell line development, upstream/downstream processing, conjugation toolbox, and analytics.
Fujifilm Biotechnologies Unveils Biomanufacturing & Process Development UK Expansion
Fujifilm Biotechnologies expanded manufacturing and process development presence in the North East of England to support vital biomanufacturing of innovative medicines and vaccines in the United Kingdom.
WuXi Biologics Boosts Complex Biologics Pipeline
WuXi Biologics partners with Sinorda on bispecific antibodies for autoimmune diseases and HanchorBio on fusion proteins for oncology and immunology.
Cell Line Development & Upstream Bioprocessing
Tomorrow’s Biologics: Innovation, Intensification, and Precision in Cell Line & Upstream Processing - Now On-Demand!
AstraZeneca to Invest $2 Billion in US Biologics Facility
Fourth major US manufacturing investment announced this year, advancing AstraZeneca’s historic $50 billion commitment to medicines manufacturing and R&D.
Thermo Fisher Opens Advanced Therapies Collaboration Center in Philadelphia
New state-of-the-art facility in Philadelphia provides integrated lab and collaboration space along with tailored guidance to help move advanced therapies from early research to clinical readiness.
AGC Biologics Partners with Rarity PBC to Commercialize Breakthrough Gene Therapy
AGC Biologics has partnered with Rarity PBC to provide development and GMP manufacturing of a gene therapy aimed at treating a rare, life-threatening immune disorder.
Novartis Launches $23 Billion North Carolina Manufacturing Hub
Novartis plans to establish a flagship manufacturing hub in North Carolina by 2027-2028 as part of a $23 billion investment in US infrastructure.
SK Pharmteco Invests $6.1 Million in Peptide Manufacturing at California Facility
SK Pharmteco has announced a $6.1 million investment to expand its Rancho Cordova, California, facility with new lab and kilo-scale capabilities for solid-phase peptide synthesis and purification.
Aenova Expands Fill & Finish Capacities at its Latina site
Aenova will install an additional filling and manufacturing line at the Latina, Italy, site. This expansion is an important step to meet the increasing global demand for the production of biologics.
A Balanced Model for the Future of Life Sciences
Following the acquisition of MCE Pharma Brenntag is building a unique position in both traditional pharma and biopharma.
Merck Acquires Chromatography Business from JSR Life Sciences
Merck to acquire the chromatography business of JSR Life Sciences, a leading provider of CDMO services, preclinical and translational clinical research, and bioprocessing solutions.
Fujifilm Biotechnologies Opens its Commercial-Scale Cell Culture US Manufacturing Site
Fujifilm Biotechnologies has opened one of North America's largest commercial-scale cell culture biomanufacturing sites in Holly Springs, North Carolina, US.
Siegfried Opens cGMP Viral Vectors Manufacturing Facility
Dinamiqs, a Siegfried company specialized in viral vector design and manufacturing, inaugurated its new cGMP manufacturing facility.
Merck Opens Life Science Production Plant in Ireland
Merck's first climate-neutral production facility has opened at its Blarney site in Cork, Ireland. The €150 million new building is part of the group's €440 million investment program in Ireland.
GSK to Invest $30 Billion in US R&D and Manufacturing
Includes $1.2 billion in manufacturing facilities, AI, and advanced digital technologies, creating hundreds of highly skilled US jobs.
Strategic Perspectives on Life Sciences Industry Transformation
Asahi Kasei Life Science emerges as a new growth driver, uniting bioprocess solutions, CRO, and CDMO services to shape the future of healthcare under President Ken Shinomiya’s leadership.
Dual‑Targeting Breakthroughs: Advancements in Bispecific Antibody Development
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Gilead Breaks Ground on New US Manufacturing Hub
New Bay Area building marks significant progress as part of Gilead's $32 billion US investment.
Oligonucleotide Impurity Analysis Using Hydrophilic Interaction Chromatography (HILIC)
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Enhancing Biomolecular Insights with Analytical Ultracentrifugation
This Expert Insights eBook hopes to provide scientists with more information on analytical ultracentrifugation (AUC), allowing you to further your research in this field.
Bionova Scientific Opens New pDNA Facility in Texas
Bionova Scientific has opened a 10,000 square-foot state-of-the-art plasmid DNA (pDNA) development and production facility in The Woodlands, Texas.
Asahi Kasei Expands Planova Production with New Spinning Plant
Asahi Kasei Life Science, a division of global manufacturer Asahi Kasei, announced plans to construct a new spinning plant for its Planova virus removal filters in Nobeoka City, Miyazaki, Japan.
Wacker Opens Biotechnology Center in Munich
In a new building at the Wacker Consortium, the company's central research site, researchers are working on new manufacturing processes for biopharmaceuticals and ingredients for food and nutritional supplements.
AGC Biologics Expands Cell Therapy Development Operations to Asia
AGC Biologics began its cell therapy process development and clinical manufacturing services on July 1, 2025, at its Yokohama Technical Center in Japan.
BASF Opens New GMP Center in Michigan, US
BASF has opened a new Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) Solution Center in Wyandotte, Michigan, to support the supply of bioprocessing ingredients and excipients for the biopharma and pharmaceutical industries.
Ecolab Life Sciences Opens Bioprocessing Laboratory in US
Ecolab Life Sciences has officially opened its new US Bioprocessing Applications Laboratory in Pennsylvania.
Pharma Outlook 2025
The environment for pharma in 2025 is diverse and challenging: New treatment options are being brought to market in ever shorter cycles.
Functional Ingredients for Every Phase of Life
Primogene is an innovative biotechnology company based in Leipzig that specializes in the development of biotechnological production processes for bioactive ingredients.
