Newsletter | August 13, 2025

08.13.25 -- Accelerating NAMs For A Human-Based Future In CGT Development

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Accelerating NAMs For A Human-Based Future In CGT Development

The Complement-ARIE Consortium, led by FNIH’s Stacey Adam, Ph.D., is advancing the development, validation, and regulatory adoption of human-based new approach methodologies (NAMs) to transform preclinical testing and accelerate cell and gene therapy development.

Expert Guidance For EU Gene Therapy And Companion Diagnostic Trial Regulations

This playbook provides a concise yet comprehensive roadmap for navigating Europe’s multifaceted regulatory environment when conducting gene therapy trials involving GMOs and CDx.

Accelerate Your AAV Journey To IND And Beyond

Explore essential QC strategies in AAV gene therapy and learn how to address rcAAV detection, viral clearance per ICH Q5A, and impurity profiling using NGS to meet evolving regulatory demands.

High-Sensitivity Residual E. coli DNA Testing Supporting Biologics, CGT Development

Advancements in high-sensitivity residual DNA testing enhance the precision of plasmid DNA purity analysis, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards critical for manufacturing processes.

Quantifying And Assessing Cleaning And Disinfection Residues: A Case Study

Ensure your ATMP facility meets the latest Annex 1 standards for cleaning & disinfection residue control with the help of practical guidance and a case study detailed in this presentation.

How To Solve The Big Challenges Of Cell And Gene Therapy Manufacturing

Cell and gene therapies are revolutionizing medicine, but outdated manufacturing methods are slowing progress. Discover how modernizing CGT production can unlock the full potential of life-changing treatments.

Practical Tips For Maintaining Healthy Cell Cultures

Humidity is a critical yet often overlooked factor in cell culture. Learn how it impacts cell viability and discover practical strategies to maintain optimal conditions for reliable results.

Why Cleanroom Wipe Fabrics Matter

Discover the key fabrics used in cleanroom wipes and how they impact performance, as well as explore substrates, manufacturing methods, and essential attributes to help you choose the right wipe.

Meeting Annex 1: A Proactive Approach To Regulatory Compliance

It was imperative for a large European CMO that produces multiple biologic drugs to select the right product quality and value for each customer to comply with the August 2023 revision to the EU GMP Annex 1.

Analysis Of Partial Capsids Using Digital Droplet PCR

Discover how Droplet Digital PCR (ddPCR) offers a precise analysis of AAV capsid content, outperforming analytical ultracentrifugation (AUC) in distinguishing therapeutic genomes from contaminants.

Scaling Innovation, Navigating What's Next: Smarter Automation For Cell Therapy

By integrating automation into manufacturing workflows early, organizations can accelerate timelines, reduce resource strain, and build more reliable, scalable, and compliant production systems.

REGULATORY & COMPLIANCE SOLUTIONS

Digital Production Records For Modern Manufacturing - MasterControl, Inc.

Environmental Monitoring For Aseptic Filling Operations - AST

EVENTS

Advancing the Future of Cell & Gene Therapy

This 11-12 November, Cell 2025 unites 1,000+ leading experts across the CGT value chain to solve key challenges, from scalable bioprocessing and regulatory hurdles to accelerating development timelines.

 

Gain practical strategies across cell culture, therapy development, and CGT manufacturing, and hear from world-renowned leaders Bobby Gaspar (CEO, Orchard Therapeutics), Christof Von Kalle, (Director & BIH Chair, Research Clinic Luxemburg), and Dame Molly Stevens (University of Oxford). Register Now

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