Newsletter | March 14, 2026

03.14.26 -- Cell & Gene Best Of February

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FROM THE EDITOR

Hello Cell & Gene readers,

 

I'm happy to bring you February's most-clicked articles. Enjoy!

 

Erin Harris, editor-in-chief  
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FEBRUARY'S BEST FEATURED EDITORIAL

In Vivo's Biggest Threat — Comparison To Old Models

In vivo CAR-T is not simply ex vivo without a manufacturing step. It is a different modality that relies on biological systems to regulate outcomes.

Developing A Broad-Range Treatment For SMA With Dr. Norman Putzki

From Cell & Gene The Podcast, Dr. Norman Putzki, Novartis, discusses the FDA approval of the only gene replacement therapy approved for children, adolescents, and adults with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA).

New Container Protects Bulk Frozen Biopharmaceuticals

Explore a flexible freeze container that maintains package integrity after freezing at -86 °C (-123 °F) through its durable design, minimizing product loss due to package failure.

FEBRUARY'S BEST INDUSTRY INSIGHTS

Best Practices For Quantitative Western Blot Analysis With Replicate Samples

Learn how to design, normalize, and interpret replicate western blot experiments to ensure reproducible protein quantification with fold change calculations, CV analysis, and visualization strategies.

Fixing The Monitoring Model: Flexible Resources For Trial Success

Discover how flexible, site-focused monitoring strategies are transforming clinical trials by improving communication, enhancing compliance, and resolving challenges before they impact study success.

Model-Driven Genetic Design And Bioprocess Optimization Across Modalities

Traditional biomanufacturing relies too heavily on trial and error. By integrating AI and mechanistic models into early design, developers can overcome productivity limits and accelerate timelines.

FEBRUARY'S BEST SOLUTIONS

Gain Objective Measures And Subjective Measures Of CNS Function

Applications For Advancing Research

Maintain Composition And Functionality With This Cell Storage Solution

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