Newsletter | March 10, 2026

03.10.26 -- The Real Reason We Haven't Fully Automated Cell Therapy Yet

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Join Cell & Gene Live Chief Editor Erin Harris on March 19, at 11am Eastern for Materials Matter: Ensuring Quality of CGT Materials. In this live event, experts will explore evolving expectations around material selection, characterization, and sourcing; emerging guidance and standards from USP; how smarter analytics and vendor partnerships can reduce batch failures and CMC setbacks, and more. Register for free thanks to support from our sponsor MilliporeSigma.

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The Real Reason We Haven't Fully Automated Cell Therapy Yet

Manual cell therapy workflows often set the tone for automation. Translating manual workflows directly into automated systems often limits innovation. Learn why a fundamental shift in process design is required to realize the full potential of automation.

Unlock Viral Vector Yield And Efficiency With Upstream Intensification

Streamline viral vector manufacturing with perfusion technologies that reduce costs and improve scalability. Seehow a tangential flow depth filtration system enhances yield and quality.

A Beginner's Guide To Mesenchymal Stem Cell Culture

Gain a foundational understanding of the process for culturing mesenchymal stem cells in stirred-tank bioreactors and learn about the key parameters for successful scale-up.

Tackling Encapsidated Host Cell DNA To Improve Quality

Uncover a cell line that enhances rAAV production by reducing host cell DNA encapsidation, improving safety and efficiency through genetic modifications that inhibit apoptotic DNA fragmentation.

Filling Industry Gaps With Dedicated CGT Fluid Transfer Sets

Read how the incorporation of transfer sets designed to support CGTs will aid in the implementation of controllable, consistent, and safe cGMP amenable manufacturing procedures.

The Referee For The Tug-Of-War Between MSC-EVs' Nature And Nurture

Like a referee in a contest, advanced analytical methods are essential to mediate the push and pull of different factors influencing therapeutic efficacy.

Multicolor Immunophenotyping Of Human Tumor Cells

Precise immune monitoring is vital for effective immunotherapy. This overview explains how 8-color flow cytometry assays provide a clearer understanding of tumor immunity and clinical impact.

Developing A Scalable Protocol For T Cell Activation And Expansion

Explore a scalable protocol for T cell activation and expansion, designed to enhance immunotherapy workflows. This approach ensures robust T cell growth, viability, and memory phenotypes for clinical applications. 

Your Complete Companion To A Successful ELISA

Gain insight into ELISA fundamentals, data interpretation, and workflow optimization, supported by real lab examples and step‑by‑step guidance to help researchers improve accuracy and reduce variability.

The Power Of 3: How Triple Stack Incubators Can Help Optimize Your Lab

Maximize your lab’s efficiency without sacrificing space. Discover how triple-stack incubators help scale operations, run multiple experiments, and streamline workflows within a compact footprint.

Best Practices For EMPQ In New Facilities

Establishing environmental monitoring during qualification ensures long-term compliance. This guide details a unified approach to EMPQ for new facilities to promote consistency and readiness.

MANUFACTURING SOLUTIONS

Measure Protein And DNA With This Empty-Full Capsid Kit - Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc.

Deliver What's Next With A Cell Therapy Manufacturing Platform - Cytiva

Systems For Lipid Nanoparticle (LNP) Production - KNAUER

Consistent, Reliable, High-Quality Components - West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc.

AAV System For All Your Design And Production Needs - Asimov

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