Determining Facility Mold Infection
The recovery of an occasional mold does not merit any particular concern. On the other hand, evidence of mold proliferation indicative of infection of facilities or equipment must be taken seriously and requires the prompt implementation of corrective and preventive actions.

Packaging Addresses Cold-Chain Requirements
Temperature-controlled packaging trends include prequalified systems that simplify adoption, reusable systems that are more sustainable, and new temperature-monitoring technology.

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Visual and Automated Inspection Technologies for Glass Syringes
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AVEO Enters Option Agreement with Ophthotech for Ocular Disease Treatment
AVEO enters into a research and exclusive option agreement with Ophthotech for tivozanib (AV-951) for the treatment of ocular diseases.

Celerion Expands Cell-Based Assays Capabilities in Global Bioanalytical Services
Celerion has expanded its laboratory capabilities in response to increasing demand for cell-based assays.

Essentra to Acquire Clondalkin's Specialist Packaging Division
Essentra has signed an agreement to acquire Clondalkin's Specialist Packaging Division for a cash consideration of approximately $455 million.

Consort Medical Completes Acquisition of Aesica
Consort announced that it has completed the acquisition of Aesica.

France Agency Seeks Data from Roche on Use of Avastin in Macular Degeneration
ANSM wants company data on the benefits and risks of using Avastin over Lucentis in the treatment of wet age-related macular degeneration.

Perrigo Agrees to Acquire Omega Pharma for $4.5 Billion
The deal between the two companies will strengthen Perrigo’s presence in Europe.

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Capsugel Expands User Program for Enteric Capsule Technology
Capsugel gives lead users access to intrinsically enteric capsule technology and support services.

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Catalent Expands Highly Potent Drug Packaging Capabilities
Catalent Pharma Solutions announces additional packaging and storage space for highly potent and cytotocix drugs at Kansas City facility.

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SGS Lab in Italy Earns cGMP Accreditation
SGS Life Science Services has been awarded cGMP accreditation from AIFA for its analytical laboratory in Livorno, Italy.

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Cirrus Pharmaceuticals Adds cGMP Suite
Facility will provide manufacturing services for inhalation, liquids, topicals, and oral solids dosage forms.