New pharmaceutical formulations are being developed all the time, and these include prescription and non-prescription drugs, vaccines, products produced through biotechnology, among other products. If you are interested in studying pharmaceutical formulation science, you will want to become familiar with the different aspects of research that contribute to the development of new drugs. For a […]
If you’re considering a career in the pharmaceutical industry, you’ve probably already heard about generic and brand-name drugs. While these are fairly well-known terms, there is a lot of confusion about what they mean. You may think that generic and brand name drugs are the same except in name and packaging, but that’s not true. […]
While it may seem obvious that technology plays a significant role in the world of both today and tomorrow, there are still many areas it influences which are becoming a growing concern, such as how companies protect themselves against cyber threats and attacks. The pharmaceutical industry, in particular, struggles with implementing safe and sound cybersecurity […]
Education is an investment and having a diploma from a widely respected institution like Toronto Institute of Pharmaceutical Technology (TIPT) will help maximize that investment. However, you may worry about how you’ll be able to finance the education you need in order to begin a lucrative career in the pharmaceutical industry. Fortunately, there are plenty […]
Research and development (R&D) can often be the most costly, time-consuming sector of the pharmaceutical industry. An established pharma group can afford to invest millions of dollars into the production of a new product, but recent technological progress can potentially reduce overall costs and get better, safer, quality products to consumers. 3D printing is not […]
Vaccines protect children and adults from numerous diseases and are considered one of the best ways to do so. Vaccinations ensure that individuals are not easily susceptible to foreign or local viruses which can be severe or even fatal. Are you interested in the pharmaceutical research and development field? Keep reading for some fascinating information […]
According to a 2017 GlobalData study, the Canadian pharmaceutical market is expected to grow steadily to $25 billion by 2021, up from $22.6 billion in 2016. Among the attributes behind this growth, Canada’s pharmaceutical industry is recognized for its thorough manufacturing and innovation. While smaller and developing pharmaceutical markets are experiencing more growth around the […]
From fabrication to distribution, the ‘scale-up’ process helps pharmaceutical companies to meet consumer demand. A necessary component for company growth, the process typically increases manufacture from the laboratory to the pilot plant, and ultimately the intended production scale. Throughout each phase, pharmaceutical expertise is required to ensure compliance, safety and product consistency. This expertise is […]