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Genentech’s New Ocular Implant Drug Delivery System for Macular Degeneration Could Be a Game Changer

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Genentech’s ocular implant drug delivery system for treatment of macular degeneration has received approval from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Susvimo delivers ranibizumab via a port delivery system into a surgically placed implant in the eye, allowing for continuous delivery of the drug.

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A Biodegradable Nanocellulose ECG Patch: The Sustainable Alternative

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The VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland has addressed this issue by developing a fully recyclable, modular ECG patch constructed from VTT’s novel cellulose e-skin material. This device is designed such that the electronic components can be easily removed and reused. Behfar, senior scientist at VTT, in the news release.

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Metabolomics: An Emerging yet Powerful Tool in Clinical Research and Development

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However, research related to metabolites is essential to increase the understanding of molecular level interactions, functions, modifications and regulations in cells, therefore, the field of metabolomics plays a vital role in biomarker discovery for early disease diagnosis and prognosis as well as for drug discovery and development processes.

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FDA Encourages Innovation in Medical Device Sterilization While Reducing Adverse Environmental Impacts

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By the end of this year, the EPA plans to propose an air pollution regulation to address EtO emissions at commercial sterilizers and to protect public health. The FDA’s Innovation Challenge 2 is centered on developing strategies to lower EtO emissions.

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Pre-Filled Syringes East Coast 2022

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With that in mind, the 9th annual Pre-Filled Syringes East Coast conference will bring together leading industry experts representing big pharma and device developers to discuss the key drivers accelerating the expansion of the industry. Tieming Ruan, Senior Director of Device Development, Alexion Pharmaceuticals.

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To List or Not to List; That is the Question – The FTC Signals the Potential for Greater Scrutiny of Patent Information Submissions to FDA

FDA Law Blog

The FTC expressed concern that patent listings that do not meet the statutory criteria undermine the competitive process, may disincentivize investment in developing generic and follow-on products, and reduce patient access to more affordable drugs thereby increasing costs to the healthcare system.

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Pharmaceutical Polymers / Medical Polymers -Current Scenario and Future Potential

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Driven by the increasing need for safe and efficient medical devices and drug delivery systems, the pharmaceutical polymers / medical grade polymers domain is advancing significantly. There has been a rise in the development of polymers for biopharma with improved biocompatibility, biodegradability and functionality.