Newsletter | January 13, 2026

01.13.26 -- Allogeneic Cell Therapy's Success Hinges On Perfecting The Platform

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Join Cell & Gene's Chief Editor, Erin Harris, for this timely Cell & Gene Live offering an in-depth regulatory outlook with two of the field's most trusted experts, Wilson Bryan, M.D., former director of FDA's Office of Tissues and Advanced Therapies (OTAT), and Daniela Drago, Ph.D., RAC, Partner at NDA Partners. Learn More!

FOCUS ON MANUFACTURING

Allogeneic Cell Therapy's Success Hinges On Perfecting The Platform

The industry remains far from realizing a manufacturing platform with a repeatable, standardized process that can support broad clinical and commercial deployment.

Understanding Adeno-Associated Virus Vector Impurities

AAV vectors hold promise for gene therapy, but removing product-related impurities remains a challenge. Check out how cell line development and process optimization are advancing rAAV production.

Everything You Need To Know About NGS

Next generation sequencing technologies and workflow automation are accelerating genomic research. Understand key differences between sequencing methods and uncover strategies to boost efficiency.

12-Day Stability Of PRIME-XV T Cell Expansion With CTGrade GMP Cytokines

Discover how T-cell culture media supplemented with key cytokines can maintain full functionality and support robust expansion for up to 12 days at room temperature.

Streamlined dPCR Workflow For Lentiviral Characterization

Discover a streamlined dPCR-based workflow for precise lentiviral vector quantification to support safer, more consistent cell and gene therapies through accurate genome titer, VCN, and RCL assessment.

Navigating Innovation And Challenges In CGT Bioprocessing

This expert panel breaks down the practical realities of today’s supply chain while forecasting how emerging technologies will redefine quality standards.

Defining The Required CQAs For mRNA/LNP Product Development

Gain insight into how early identification of CQAs can streamline mRNA drug product development, reduce risk, and align with evolving regulatory expectations.

Expanding The Viscosity Limits Of Peristaltic Dosing

Discover how innovations in closed-loop control and mechanical design extend peristaltic dosing limits to 2000 cP, maintaining accuracy while preserving the advantages of sterile, disposable paths.

Improved T Cell Expansion Using Closed, Automated Stirred-Tank Bioreactors

A shift from traditional rocking motion systems to stirred-tank bioreactors can enhance T cell expansion, offering greater scalability and more intimate process control.

ATMP Cryopreservation Done Right - Best Practice In Small Volume Cryo-Freezing

Uncover the best practices for cryopreserving small-volume advanced therapy medicinal products (ATMPs), emphasizing sterility, cell viability, and efficiency using innovative single-use systems and aseptic connectors.

The Proven, Practical Gateway To Upstream Process Intensification

N-1 perfusion enables higher inoculum densities, faster production, and reduced costs without altering fed-batch processes. Explore a practical path to intensification for biologics manufacturers.

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.

Applying High Throughput Processes To Optimize AAV Titers

A growing number of AAV product developers are recognizing the value in moving to suspension as early in development as possible in order to optimize production.

Comparing Advanced Cell Culture Vessels Vs. Traditional Options

Learn how innovative cell culture vessel design enables high-density cell growth with superior gas exchange and a closed system to scale up bioproduction efficiently while maintaining batch-to-batch consistency.

MANUFACTURING SOLUTIONS

Excellence For Cell And Gene Therapy Manufacturing - Roche CustomBiotech

Contamination Control Products For Cell And Gene Therapy - Contec, Inc.

Cleanrooms For R&D And Testing Facilities - AES Cleanroom Technology

Fill And Finish Solution - Terumo BCT

Quality Management System (QMS) For Drug Manufacturing - MasterControl, Inc.

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