Newsletter | July 2, 2026

07.02.26 -- Why Improving Drug Delivery Remains A Major Opportunity In Oncology

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Why Improving Drug Delivery Remains A Major Opportunity In Oncology

Engineered oncolytic viruses are emerging as a promising way to target tumors, deliver immune-stimulating payloads, and improve treatment of metastatic cancer.

Boost Flexibility And Time To Market With Modular Production

Evaluate how purpose-driven digital technology, predictive maintenance, and modular design can successfully streamline your production timelines and improve operational agility.

Strategic Frameworks For Oncology Biomarker Development

Explore the scientific, medical, and operational factors crucial for integrating oncology biomarkers into clinical trials, from patient stratification to commercial scale.

In Vivo CAR-T And Gene Editing: Manufacturing Reality Behind The Promise

Gain practical insights into the manufacturing realities shaping in vivo CAR-T development and learn how leading teams are addressing the challenges of scaling both LNP and viral vector platforms.

Media Exchange In iPSC Cell Expansion And Differentiation: A Comparative Study

Low-shear, closed-system media exchange in iPSC differentiation is vital for scalability. This study compares automated centrifugation to gravity sedimentation, showing equivalent or superior differentiation outcomes.

Empowering Biopharma With Single-Use Cryopreservation Solutions

Compare four common applications of cryopreservation and the science behind selecting the appropriate materials to build single-use solutions that enable cryogenic storage for cell and gene applications.

Viral Vector Manufacture Simplified: A Sponsor's Guide To Smart CDMO Partnership

Smarter viral vector manufacturing starts with early alignment, realistic scaling, and collaboration. Strategy and transparency reduce risk, control costs, and keep timelines on patients.

Optimizing Transposon-Based Gene Delivery For Cell Therapy Applications

Transposons are an efficient and cost-effective method for gene transfer in cell engineering and therapies. Their delivery can be optimized to improve cell expansion and functionality.

Applying The Lessons From mAbs Production To Advanced Therapeutics

Continuous bioprocessing is revolutionizing biotherapeutic manufacturing. Discover cutting-edge innovations in monoclonal antibody production that enable scalable solutions for next-gen therapies.

Redefining Biomanufacturing For Personalized Cancer Vaccines

Personalized cancer vaccines need fast, flexible manufacturing. Cell‑free synthetic DNA enables rapid, small‑batch mRNA production, supporting individualized therapies beyond plasmid‑based limits.

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