ARTICLES BY ERIKA L. ROBERTS

• VR/XR In Drug Manufacturing: No Longer Sci-Fi

  8/13/2024

  Virtual reality (VR) immerses users in a completely simulated environment, while extended reality (XR) is an umbrella term encompassing VR, augmented reality, and mixed reality. These capabilities open up a world of possibilities for drug manufacturing.

• 5 Promising Applications Of RNA Therapeutics

  7/28/2023

  Ribonucleic acid (RNA), once considered a mere messenger molecule, has now emerged as a versatile tool in the development of novel therapies. In this article, we will delve into the world of RNA therapeutics, exploring their potential and five applications that could impact the future of medicine.

• Breeze Through Surprise Audits — Take These 5 Actions Now

  6/8/2023

  Summer is here! That means you might hear the dreaded words, “Surprise! We are coming to audit you!” Whether it’s a client, supplier, or regulatory agency calling for an audit, those words can strike fear in even the most organized companies. But not if you're prepared by taking these five action items now.

• The 2 Factors Driving A Surge In Aptamer Use In Drug Discovery

  5/25/2023

  Aptamers offer advantages over antibodies, including lower immunogenicity and toxicity, better tissue penetration, lower production costs, and a very long shelf life. Why, then, have we not seen more of these come to market? Two hurdles have stood in the way until recently.