Newsletter | September 15, 2026

09.15.26 -- Managing The Presence Of Visible Particulates In Cell Therapies

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Advancing AAV purification strategies

Polishing is more than a final cleanup step in AAV purification. In this article, explore how capture conditions, AEX buffer chemistry, load conditioning, and elution strategy can work together to help improve full capsid enrichment and support scalable, reproducible manufacturing. Review practical considerations for translating optimized workflows from development to GMP scale using Thermo Scientific™ POROS™ resins and prepacked column formats, helping inform more confident AAV process design decisions. Read the article.

FOCUS ON MANUFACTURING

Managing The Presence Of Visible Particulates In Cell Therapies

Here's a holistic approach to developing a comprehensive particulate control strategy for cell therapies, focusing on particle characterization, detection, and manufacturing controls. 

 

 

The Automation Advantage: Reducing Risk In Cell Therapy Production

Automated bioprocessing platforms transform complex cell therapy workflows into scalable, fully compliant manufacturing pathways to lower costs and expand access.

 

Solving Small-Batch Labeling Challenges For Personalized Medicine

Reliable labeling strategies solve the operational challenges of handling small batches of vials, syringes, and cartridges that standard equipment misses.

 

The Road To Self-Driving Labs Starts With Smarter Automation

Automation continues to accelerate progress in life sciences and is preparing today’s PD labs for deeper autonomy. See how collaborative innovation can pave the way for smarter operations.

 

Unifying IT And OT Foundations To Prevent Manufacturing Downtime

Disconnected manufacturing data limits quality and AI readiness. A connected IT/OT foundation helps teams reduce downtime, improve QC speed, and turn production data into trusted intelligence.

 

Boosting E. Coli Plasmid Yield With Plant-Based Peptones

Uncover how plant-based peptones support E. coli growth, plasmid yield, and controlled induction, offering a sustainable, animal-free alternative for biopharmaceutical cell culture.

 

Next-Generation Mesenchymal Stem Cells For Cancer And Regenerative Medicine

Researchers are advancing engineered mesenchymal stem cells using efficient non-viral gene delivery, enabling scalable, targeted therapies for solid tumors while preserving tumor-homing function and manufacturability.

 

The Case For Modernizing Small-Volume Aseptic Processing

Tube welding and biosafety cabinets present significant costs and risks for small-volume aseptic processing. Modern single-use aseptic connectors offer a more efficient alternative.

 

Bridging The Infrastructure Gap Blocking Manufacturing AI

Siloed data and disconnected systems block analytics in life sciences manufacturing. Learn to bridge the infrastructure gap and build a connected foundation for scalable intelligence.

 

8 Key Steps To Reduce Contamination During Material Transfer

Implement this material transfer workflow to safeguard your cleanroom. Focus on barrier integrity, meticulous wiping, and surface preparation to reduce contamination risks.

 

Optimizing Cell Culture Media Selection For High-Titer AAV

To maximize the results of viral titer and full capsids, it's necessary to undertake systematic process development and optimization of AAV production. The choice of cell culture medium is foundational.

 

A Simple, Effective Method For Cell Growth Media Preparation

Explore how powder media and sterile fluid handling can reduce contamination risk and improve efficiency in viral vector production, especially for HEK293-based AAV workflows.

 

Applying AI Insights To Improve Cell Therapy Manufacturing Quality

Harnessing the power of AI, biotherapeutic developers can better understand cellular processes and outcomes, paving the way for more personalized and effective treatments for patients.

 

Navigating cGMP Human Tissue Sourcing To Ensure BLA Approval

Review the elements of a complex process, prone to misconceptions and pitfalls, to find the “right human tissue” that will yield the desired cell quality and quantity and pass BLA approval.

 

DNA Size Selection Automation For Flexible NGS Workflow Integration

Gain insight into automating DNA size selection that shows how optimized bead ratios and programmable handling improve fragment recovery, consistency, and throughput.

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Webinar: Annex 1 in Practice: Turning CCS Into Cleanroom Design

How can facility design help prevent contamination before it threatens product quality? This AES webinar explores how EU GMP Annex 1 and a proactive Contamination Control Strategy (CCS) can shape cleanroom design, airflow, barrier technology, personnel and material flow, and aseptic processes. Learn how embedding contamination control from concept through operation can reduce regulatory risk and support inspection-ready manufacturing facilities. Click here to learn more.

MANUFACTURING SOLUTIONS

Automated Magnetic Cell Sorting - CellBri

Carrier-Free Formulations For Recombinant Antibodies - Danaher Life Sciences

Robotic System For Aseptic Filling Of RTU Containers - 3P innovation

Bring Greater Control To Your Cell Therapy Manufacturing - Cytiva

High‑Capacity Syringe Filters - Cytiva

Virotherapy Manufacturing - Recipharm Advanced Bio

Mastering The Complexity Of Cell Processing - Miltenyi Biotec

Closed Process Solutions For Cell Therapy - ACROBiosystems

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