Newsletter | October 20, 2025

10.20.25 -- Protecting Biologic Therapies Via Microencapsulated Delivery

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FEATURED EDITORIAL

Protecting Biologic Therapies Via Microencapsulated Delivery

In this episode of Supplier Horizons, host Tom von Gunden discusses with CEO Stella Vnook from platform technology developer Likarda methods for deploying hydrogel microencapsulation to safely route cells, proteins, and other biologic agents to therapeutic targets.

CMC For Long-Acting Injectables For TB

Long-acting injectables are a potential treatment alternative for tuberculosis, but they require key development considerations from a chemistry, manufacturing, and controls perspective.

INDUSTRY INSIGHTS

Nasal Vaccine Development, Manufacturing, And Device Selection

When developing a nasal delivery program, a partner with experience in development and manufacturing techniques who can see a program through small-scale clinical to commercial supply is crucial.

Prioritizing Finished Goods To Ensure Therapy Delivery Safety

As demand forecasts evolve, opt to work with a CDMO that can pivot manufacturing strategies seamlessly while accommodating your end-to-end needs, from drug substance to finished goods.

Stainless Steel Needles: Quantifying Cobalt Risk For EU Regulation

Learn how a partner who is committed to ensuring the safety of medical devices by mitigating the risk of chemical interaction with drugs is crucial for navigating the regulatory pathway to approval.

Novel Applications In Pharmaceutical Spray Drying

Whether working with small-scale formulations or preparing for commercial manufacturing, this session will provide actionable strategies to optimize development pipelines.

Leveraging 3D Screen Printing For Tablet-Delivered Drug Development

Steven Facer and Laxxon Medical COO Klaus Kühne describe the capabilities of 3D screen printing for pharmaceutical production. Explore prototyping, IP protection, release profile possibilities, and more.

Innovation For Subcutaneous Delivery Of Large-Volume Complex Biologics

Explore the key findings of a new wearable injector clinical trial, including its positive impact on patient experience and the broader benefits of wearable injectors for chronic disease management.

Accelerating Rare Disease Treatments From Concept To Cure

Access a thorough investigation that delves into the critical aspects of expediting curative therapies, with a focus on the strategic role that CDMOs can play in this transformative journey.

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