Biologics are pharmaceuticals made from a biological source. Usually antibodies or other proteins, they are derived from living cells and can treat diabetes, cancers, arthritis, and autoimmune disease. This is one of the fastest-growing segments of the industry, and contrasts with the synthesis of chemicals for traditional drugs. Working with organic materials presents challenges that […]
In the pharmaceutical industry, quality assurance (QA) is essential for ensuring that pharmaceutical products are manufactured to a safe and consistent standard. QA is a very broad field that refers to any aspect that may affect a drug’s quality during its research, development, manufacturing, and sales phases. QA professionals are responsible for instituting a range […]
Gene editing is the process of artificially modifying an organism’s DNA by removing a piece of the DNA and replacing it with new genetic material. This form of genetic engineering has the potential to provide enormous benefits, including treating genetic disorders, improving crop yields, and controlling the spread of disease. However, gene editing also comes […]
Human error is an unfortunate reality of many aspects of life, including the pharmaceutical industry. Mistakes made during pharmaceutical manufacturing and development often prove to be costly as well as unnecessary, causing batch recalls and potentially affecting the health of the general public. Read on to learn more about how to prevent making avoidable mistakes […]
The cosmetic industry is growing each year, with more and more customers buying and using various products across the globe. As a result, it is more important than ever for cosmetic companies to have clear guidelines concerning the safety, consistency, and reliability of their products, and to ensure that they conform to regulatory standards. As […]
A huge proportion of a pharmaceutical professional’s time can be spent observing and measuring the nature and composition of specific substances. Today’s modern laboratories make use of a wide range of instruments in order to achieve greater insights into the products being developed and tested. In their advanced module projects, quality assurance students at Toronto […]