Newsletter | January 19, 2026

01.19.26 -- Combination: The Drug Delivery Word Of The Year For 2026

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FEATURED EDITORIAL

Combination: The Drug Delivery Word Of The Year For 2026

In this article, Chief Editor Tom von Gunden explains why he sees 2026 as the year combination products and therapies become fully central to drug and biologics product development, delivery, and regulatory. He points to personalized medicine and patient self-administration as key factors shaping his view of the drug delivery landscape.

LNP-Engineered CAR Cells For In Solid Tumor Targeting

By injecting lipid-based nanoparticles encapsulating mRNA and encoding the CAR directly into the bloodstream, developers can effectively reprogram the patient's own immune cells in situ.

INDUSTRY INSIGHTS

De-Risking The Transition From Vial To Combination Product

When transitioning from a vial to a combination product system, the best approach is to have a holistic de-risk strategy with an intentional focus on the patient, the plan, and the product.

The Impact Of Sterilization Methods On Stopper Performances

Three studies focus on a product designed to address unmet needs in subcutaneous drug therapies for chronic diseases, including sterilization methods and a Human Factors evaluation.

Container Selection For A Highly Sensitive Drug Product

Learn about the importance of selecting the right container for sensitive drug products and how close collaboration is crucial for avoiding commercialization delays and safety risks to patients.

SOLUTIONS

Controlled Expansion For Nanoparticle Technology

A/L/P Assembly, Label And Packaging