Tablet-Sticking Solutions
Screening methods and predictive models address tenacious tablet-sticking problems.

Elucidating Biosimilars Characterization
Industry experts discuss the importance of characterization studies during biosimilars development and related analytical methods.

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USP Seeks Input on Standards for Plastic Packaging Systems
USP seeks input from stakeholders on new and revised standards to mitigate extractables and leachables in plastic packaging systems.

Teva Announces Further Restructuring
The generic-drug manufacturer Teva Pharmaceutical Industries plans to cut 10% of its workforce.

Vetter Expands Filling Capacity
Vetter is investing $100 million to expand filling capacity in Germany and the United States.

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Roche Plans Major Biologics Manufacturing Investment
Roche plans multimillion biologic manufacturing expansions in California, Switzerland, and Germany.

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OncoMed Pharmaceuticals Receives Patent on MAbTrap Antibody Technology
OncoMed Pharmaceuticals has been granted its first US patent on its MAbTrap antibody display technology.

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GT Biologics Granted FDA Orphan Designation for Thetanix
GT Biologics has been granted orphan drug designation by FDA’s Office of Orphan Product Development for Thetanix.

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Fujifilm Diosynth Biotechnologies Renews MHRA Manufacturing License
Fujifilm Diosynth Biotechnologies has renewed its manufacturing license from the UK’s MHRA.

Recipham to Expand Lyophilization Capacity in Germany
Recipharm has invested EUR 32 million ($43 million) in its Wasserburg, Germany site to expand lyophilization capacity.

MHRA Cites Wockhardt Plant for GMP Noncompliance
The UK regulatory agency issues statement of noncompliance against Wockhardt’s site in Chikalthana, India and Wockhardt’s contract manufacturer Nestor in the United Kingdom.

California Governor Jerry Brown Vetoes Biosimilar Bill
Governor Jerry Brown cites physician notification requirements for dispensing biosimilars as premature in the absence of FDA specifications for interchangeability.