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Building on the success of its sell-out show in 2017 that attracted an audience of over 100 senior decision makers from industry and pharma, Europe's leading and biggest 10th annual conference + exhibition on Pre-Filled Syringes will return to Central London on 17-18 January 2018.

Previous attendee testimonials:

"Very interesting, good presentations, good chairman" - Ypsomed AG
"I think that the conference covered a large scope of subjects...thanks to SAE Media Group" - Aspen Pharma
"A very educated and enjoyable conference with a good mix of topics and speaking styles" - MHRA
"Good conference - right attendees" Nemera
"Very good conference, good speakers and qualitative attendees" - Nipro

The conference will provide a comprehensive overview for market participants to overcome common industry hurdles and gain knowledge in key areas surrounding chemical compatibility, E&L; needle safety; human factors and home-based administration and compliance.

Join us to share and benchmark against best practices to ensure optimal development in all aspects of pre-filled syringe production.

This is our most sought-after event and will be sold out soon. Early registration is strongly advised to avoid disappointment.

FEATURED SPEAKERS

Alphons Fakler

Alphons Fakler

Group Head Risk Management, Biologics Technical Development and Manufacturing , Novartis Pharma AG
Bettine Boltres

Bettine Boltres

Technical Account Manager, West Pharmaceutical Services
Carsten Worsoe

Carsten Worsoe

Principal Scientist, Novo Nordisk
Marcel Mueller

Marcel Mueller

Device Project Leader, Novartis Pharma AG
Sudeshna Dutta Ray

Sudeshna Dutta Ray

Senior Engineer Advanced Device Technology, Amgen Incorporated
Susanne Joerg

Susanne Joerg

Head of Formulation Development, Lonza

Adrien Tisserand

Category Manager - Parenteral, Nemera
Adrien Tisserand

Is Global Category Manager – Parenteral of Nemera, a world leader in design and manufacturing of drug delivery device. As Global category manager, he is responsible of Client Intellectual Property projects and Nemera standard technology offering. Prior joining Nemera in 2013, Mr Tisserand worked for Janssen in Strategic marketing in United Kingdom.

Alexander Jung

Senior Manager Technology and Innovation, Drug Delivery & Devices, Boehringer Ingelheim GmbH
Alexander Jung

Dr. Alexander Jung brings more than 16 years experience to the technology scouting and in-licensing business in various roles in science and technology.
At Applied Biosystems he was responsible for the European technology collaborations and global scouting in the field of sequencing, genomics and proteomics for eight years in different roles of increasing responsibilities.
Dr. Jung joined Boehringer Ingelheim as a Technology & Innovation Manager for Biopharma Process Science in Biberach in 2008. Since then he built a growing global program for technology innovation including all sites and functions within Boehringer’s biologics development. He established a global software platform to handle new ideas throughout the process to implementation. He in-licensed significant technologies that support the current technology platform for Boehringer Ingelheim’s Biologics, Biosimilars and Contract manufacturing business.
In his current role as a senior technology and innovation manager, Dr. Jung has the responsibility for technology collaboration contracts and license activities in Biberach. He is responsible for the technology program in the Delivery&Devices area. Highlight projects are autoinjector platforms, new delivery devices and packaging materials. In addition he heads a working group to support novel therapeutic concepts at Boehringer Ingelheim.
Dr. Jung holds a Diploma degree in Chemistry from the University of Tübingen, Germany and received his doctoral degree in bioanalytics and physical chemistry.
He has two children at the age of 12 and 13.
 

Alphons Fakler

Group Head Risk Management, Biologics Technical Development and Manufacturing , Novartis Pharma AG
Alphons Fakler

Alphons Fakler is heading the Medical Device Risk Management group in Biologics Technical Development and Manufacturing at Novartis Pharma in Basel. He holds a degree as pharmacist from Ludwig-Maximilian-University Munich where he graduated in 1993. He joined Novartis in 2012 as a Senior Packaging Expert coming from SCHOTT Pharmaceutical Packaging where he served in several functions at last as Head of Product and Process Development Sterile Products. For almost 20 years, he is working in the development of products and devices for pharmaceutical and biotech applications

Barry Knight

Associate Director Devices, UCB Celltech
Barry Knight

Barry Knight is the Device Program Lead for several drug delivery platforms within UCB. Through his considerable experience in developing medical devices from topical transdermal applicators, diabetes pen injectors, biological drug PFS and autoinjectors, he has developed a deep understanding of the value of focused human centred design and the challenges developing medical devices. Working in a team with an Agile approach to device development, across industrial design, human factors engineering and industrialisation, his focus is on getting devices to patients safely and within reduced project lead times.

Bettine Boltres

Technical Account Manager, West Pharmaceutical Services
Bettine Boltres

Dr. Bettine Boltres is a frequent speaker at industry conferences and has chaired, moderated, organized and held numerous technical training events, conferences and workshops. A number of articles for several global magazine have also been penned by her, as well as the book "When Glass Meets Pharma". She is actively working in the USP Expert Committee "Packaging and Distribution" as well as in the ISO committee TC76/WG4 on elastometric parts. The knowledge originates from her current assignment as Technical Account Manager at WEST Pharmaceutical Systems and  her previous work as Product Manager for SCHOTT Pharmaceutical Tubing.

Bjorg Kaae Hunter

Device Engineering Manager, GlaxoSmithKline
Bjorg Kaae Hunter

Bjorg Hunter holds a BSc in Design and Innovation Engineering from Technical University of Denmark and an MSc in Biomedical Engineering from Aarhus University, Denmark. Bjorg has been with GSK since graduating and has held different roles within the Device Engineering Group. In 2015 Bjorg moved into the late stage parenterals area as device lead for key GSK parenteral devices, working closely with internal GSK project teams and external partners. She progressed into leading a device management team in January 2017, where she has the overall accountability of device development for parenterals projects.

Carsten Worsoe

Principal Scientist, Novo Nordisk
Carsten Worsoe

Carsten Worsøe is a principal scientist in an analytical development department at Novo Nordisk. In his 19 years at Novo Nordisk, his main responsibility has been to develop analytical methods for Extractables and Leachables (E&L) test procedures of new packaging/container closure systems under development.

Within Novo Nordisk Carsten has been one of the main actors to bring relevant people in packaging materials, toxicology, formulation, regulatory and analytical chemistry together to perform risk assessments and strategies for E&L testing in development and supply projects within parenteral delivery (prefilled cartridges, prefilled syringes and pump infusion systems etc.).
 

Christa Jansen-Otten

Director, Prefillable Syringe Platform, West Pharmaceutical Services Deutschland GmbH & Co. KG
Christa Jansen-Otten

Christa Jansen-Otten is Director of Product Management for Prefillable Systems and Delivery globally, at West Pharmaceutical Services. Christa holds a diploma in Biomedical Engineering from the University Aachen. She worked within the pharmaceutical packaging and pharmaceutical industry for more than 20 years. She gained experience as Quality Assurance Manager in one of the world's leading pharmaceutical companies in the area of sterile filling and packaging; further she spent several years with the prefillable syringe manufacture market leader in the Customer Quality Assurance department. She joint West in 2005 and built her overall expertise on prefillable systems and delivery technology in the Technical Customer Service and hold the position of Marketing Director for the prefilled Syringe System Platform at West in Europe. Since 2016 she is Director Product Management for the prefillable systems and Delivery solutions globally.

Christian Dechant

Primary Packaging Director, Boehringer Ingelheim
Christian Dechant

Christian Dechant brings more than 16 years experience in various roles to the primary packaging development at Boehringer Ingelheim.
At BI microParts GmbH he started working in research & development of microfluidic systems and was later responsible for the implementation and running of clinical trial manufacturing for Devices (e.g. Respimat)
In 2010 he starts working at Boehringer Ingelheim as a primary packaging engineer with focus on liquid formulations for parenteral and oral solutions. Since 2014 he is responsible for the primary packaging development group for parenteral solution within Pharmaceutical Development Biologicals. He established the primary packaging development group with focus on NCE and NBE development. In this role he is responsible for the selection of suitable container closure systems to ensure the stability of the formulation and the functionality within a combination product like an autoinjector.
Christian Dechant holds a Diploma degree in industrial engineering from the University of Applied Sciences of Bochum, Germany.
He has two children at the age of 5 and 7 and loves to spend his free time with them.
 

David Ruckstuhl

Lab Manager, Project Manager Spectroscopy, Intertek (Schweiz) AG
David Ruckstuhl

Ee Li

R&D Technical Specialist, Barts Health NHS Trust
Ee Li

Elizabeth Baker

Principal Pharmaceutical Officer Medical Drug Devi, MHRA
Elizabeth Baker

A pharmacist by training, Liz also has a Master’s degree in Biopharmacy from the University of London and began her career in pharmaceutical research and development at Pfizer in the UK. She has over 20 years’ experience in regulation having first joined the UK medicines regulator as an assessor working on many product types and procedures. She is now a Group Manager in the medicines Licensing Division of MHRA responsible for multidisciplinary teams of assessors.
In addition to wide-ranging activities in medicines licensing Liz is specifically involved in the handling of medicine-device combination products, oversight of MHRA Notified Body consultations on ancillary medicinal products and (alongside colleagues in MHRA’s Devices Division) in the policy and practice on the medicines-device borderline at both national and European level.
All of these areas are increasingly demanding aspects of regulation and MHRA is keen to promote dialogue with, and between, stakeholders.
Liz also participates in the EMA’s Innovation Task Force and sits on the British Pharmacopoeia Pharmacy Expert Advisory Group.
 

Jaquie Finn

Head of Digital Health , Cambridge Consultants Ltd
Jaquie  Finn

Jean-Paul Crepel

Senior Manager, Product Management, Pre-Filled S&D, West Pharmaceutical Services
Jean-Paul Crepel

I am with WEST since 2009, my responsibilities include Business Development as well as Product Manager for the West safety platform.
Prior West I joined in 1999 a French company called Plastef as Sales Manager. This company developed and commercialized various dosing and safety devices for the pharmaceuticals companies.
Before PLASTEF I worked for different international home appliances companies as Area Sales Manager.
I studied Plastics Technology and has a broad background in the selling of technical products.
 

Kai Worrell

CEO , Worrell
Kai  Worrell

Kai is the CEO of Worrell, a healthcare design and innovation firm. Over the last five years, Kai and his team have shadowed over 500 clinicians and visited over 1000 patients homes around the world to inform new healthcare interventions. Kai has worked on numerous drug delivery platforms and has now built a practice to build digital health capabilities around novel therapies. He frequently shares his experiences, insights and passion for technology and design in healthcare through many speaking engagements around the globe.
 

Karen Unterman

Group Leader, Human Factors Engineering, Cambridge Consultants Ltd
Karen Unterman

Lisa Krapf

Application Scientist , rap.ID Particle Systems GmbH
Lisa Krapf

Marcel Mueller

Device Project Leader, Novartis Pharma AG
Marcel Mueller

Marcel serves at Novartis Pharma as project leader for combination products, especially infusion systems delivering biotechnologically engineered drugs in the fields of cardiology, dermatology, audiology and ophthalmology. Over the last 15 years he built up his professional experience in life science and high-tech industries. Prior to his current function he was instrumental in the research and development of insulin pumps, spinal implants and semiconductor equipment. Marcel holds a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from École Polytechnique Fédérale Lausanne, Switzerland and an Executive Master of Business Administration from the University of St.Gallen, Switzerland.

Markus Hemminger

Senior Engineer, F. Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd.
Markus Hemminger

Oliver Valet

Co-Founder, rap.ID Particle Systems GmbH
Oliver Valet

Reinhard Scheller

Commercial Manager Cyclo Olefin Polymers - COP, Zeon Europe GmbH
Reinhard Scheller

Steve Chamberlain

Device Engineering Manager, GSK
Steve Chamberlain

Sudeshna Dutta Ray

Senior Engineer Advanced Device Technology, Amgen Incorporated
Sudeshna Dutta Ray

Sudeshna Dutta Ray is a Senior Engineer in the Advanced Device Technology and Innovation (ADTI) group in Amgen. ADTI serves as the front end of device innovation in Amgen, scouting innovative delivery technologies, and applying fast fail approach to assess device performance to meet the needs of the diverse Amgen pipeline.

Sudeshna comes to Amgen with extensive experience in the medical device and combination product space, prior to this role, she was a part of the Device Development Group in AstraZeneca MedImmune. Sudeshna has served a range of roles from individual contributor to device lead in late stage projects involving Accessorized Prefilled Syringes, Multi-dose pen, wearable injectors and AutoInjectors supporting various therapeutic areas such as cardiovascular, inflammatory, oncology and diabetes. She has also had the opportunity to perform early feasibility work on novel platforms such as Dual chamber syringes, hollow micro-needles for vaccine delivery and drug depot for ocular delivery. Sudeshna also led the design and development of novel delivery devices for inhalation products in Piramal Healthcare.

Sudeshna holds a master of science in Biomedical Engineering from Duke University, and holds bachelor degree in Biotechnology. Her passion for scouting innovative biomedical technologies/ interventions to address the unmet clinical needs and developing commercialization strategy dates back to her grad school days, where she worked in collaboration with Duke Coulter Translational Institute and Office of Licensing Ventures.
 

Susanne Joerg

Head of Formulation Development, Lonza
Susanne Joerg

Since 2016, Susanne Jörg is Head of Formulation Development in Drug Product Services at Lonza AG, Basel, Switzerland. Prior to joining Lonza, Susanne worked for 10 years in leadership roles at Novartis, most recently as Group Head Early Phase Pharmaceutical Development. She was involved into the development of Cosentyx as well as several product IND/IMPD submissions of monoclonal antibodies, recombinant protein, fusion proteins, bioconjugates, antibody fragments, nanobodies, and antibody-drug-conjugates for parenterals for various administration routes. Susanne studied pharmacy and holds a Ph.D from the Ludwig Maximillians University, Munich, Germany. In collaboration with Merck KGaA, Darmstadt (DE), she developed liquid high-concentration mAb formulations, and supported the registration filing of Erbitux®.

Takeuchi Katsuyuki

Business Development - Pharmaceutical Solutions, Terumo Medical Corporation
Takeuchi Katsuyuki

Katsuyuki Takeuchi is Associate Product Manager at Terumo Pharmaceutical Solutions, Terumo Corporation, Japan. With extensive knowledge in pharmaceutical science, he has worked in research and development of injectable drug products such as IV solution bags and prefilled syringes, and contributed to launch various products into the market. Utilizing his experience, Mr. Takeuchi currently has product management responsibilities for the polymer based prefillable syringes platform. Terumo is a global research and development company, offering a wide range of innovative products related to drug delivery systems, cardiovascular systems and blood management systems.

Takuya Minezaki

Research Manager, Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company
Takuya Minezaki

Mr. Minezaki joined Mitsubishi Gas Chemical in 2005. He specializes in the field of synthesis and injection molding of polymer, and has worked in the development of oxygen absorbing polymers. Since 2017, he has worked in the project of new pharmaceutical containers by utilizing oxygen absorbing resins. Also he is in charge of the development of secondary materials, such as plunger stopper and top cap. He holds a Master of Engineering in Applied Chemistry from the University of Tokyo.

Vikas Jaitely

Senior Manager Pharmaceutical Sciences & CMC Regulatory Intelligence, Merck
Vikas Jaitely

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Conference agenda

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8:30

Workshop Registration & Morning Coffee

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9:00

Workshop Leader Introduction

Jaquie  Finn

Jaquie Finn , Head of Digital Health , Cambridge Consultants Ltd

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9:10

Overview of the Digital Landscape and the FDA

Jaquie  Finn

Jaquie Finn , Head of Digital Health , Cambridge Consultants Ltd

  • Is it a medical system or not?
  • Overview of Consumer Digital systems
  • Overview of Medical Digital systems
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    9:40

    What is UX and how is it interpreted for 'hybrid' sytems?

    Jaquie  Finn

    Jaquie Finn , Head of Digital Health , Cambridge Consultants Ltd

  • The sub-sections of UX
  • How does regulated Human Factors methodology play with other aspects of UX?
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    10:30

    Morning Coffee and Networking Break

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    11:00

    Bringing digital into traditional Human Factors - how does it change the process?

    Jaquie  Finn

    Jaquie Finn , Head of Digital Health , Cambridge Consultants Ltd

  • Agile vs. Waterfall methodologies
  • How to merge the two
  • What is the delta?
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    11:30

    Design of the UI(s)

    Jaquie  Finn

    Jaquie Finn , Head of Digital Health , Cambridge Consultants Ltd

  • ADA and WC3
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    12:00

    Validation of digital system

    Jaquie  Finn

    Jaquie Finn , Head of Digital Health , Cambridge Consultants Ltd

  • Merging methodologies
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    12:30

    Closing Remarks and End of Workshop

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    13:30

    Workshop Registration

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    14:00

    Workshop Leader Introduction

    Oliver Valet

    Oliver Valet, Co-Founder, rap.ID Particle Systems GmbH

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    14:15

    Session One: Application of silicone oil and the siliconisation process

  • Different methods of silicone application; spray on and baked on
  • Results from static and dynamic siliconization processes
  • Impact on parameters on baked silicone oil
  • What is the difference and how does siliconization work?
  • Lisa Krapf

    Lisa Krapf, Application Scientist , rap.ID Particle Systems GmbH

    Oliver Valet

    Oliver Valet, Co-Founder, rap.ID Particle Systems GmbH

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    14:45

    Session Two: Silicone layer characteristics

  • From 'dust test', gravimetric extraction and force displacement measurements to image analysis and bubble counting
  • Advantages and limitations of different techniques
  • What do the measurement results mean?
  • Discussion
  • Lisa Krapf

    Lisa Krapf, Application Scientist , rap.ID Particle Systems GmbH

    Oliver Valet

    Oliver Valet, Co-Founder, rap.ID Particle Systems GmbH

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    15:30

    Afternoon Tea and Networking Break

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    16:00

    Session Three: Layer Explorer technology and results

  • Technology, traceability and reproducibility
  • Comparison with other siliconization measurements
  • Resolution and accuracy of the measurement
  • Measurement results and limitations
  • what are the advantages of the state of the art lubrication control and investigation strategy?
  • Oliver Valet

    Oliver Valet, Co-Founder, rap.ID Particle Systems GmbH

    Lisa Krapf

    Lisa Krapf, Application Scientist , rap.ID Particle Systems GmbH

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    16:30

    Session Four: Case studies and investigations

  • Examples of silicone thickness and distribution and stability measurement in pre-filled syringes and baked-on cartridges
  • Product stability studies
  • Control suppliers quality
  • How can I prevent actual problems and what is the right investigation strategy?

     

  • Protein particle investigations
  • Raman spectroscopy and image analysis of particles
  • Relationship between inhomogeneous silicone oil distribution and protein aggregation
  • Breakout session; How can I measure the relationship between silicone oil and protein aggregation in my product?
  • Oliver Valet

    Oliver Valet, Co-Founder, rap.ID Particle Systems GmbH

    Lisa Krapf

    Lisa Krapf, Application Scientist , rap.ID Particle Systems GmbH

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    17:00

    Workshop Leader Closing Remarks and Close of Workshop

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    8:30

    Registration & Coffee

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    9:00

    Co-Chairs' Opening Remarks

    Bettine Boltres, Technical Account Manager, West Pharmaceutical Services

    Alphons Fakler, Group Head Risk Management, Biologics Technical Development and Manufacturing , Novartis Pharma AG

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    9:10

    Keynote Address: Latest regulations and the implications for the PFS industry

    Elizabeth Baker, Principal Pharmaceutical Officer Medical Drug Devi, MHRA

  • Overview and guidance for key legislation related to PFS
  • The changes ahead
  • Determining regulatory routes
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    9:50

    Panel Discussion: Industry Feedback on Regulation Impact

  • What has been the impact of regulations on established products?
  • What are your experiences with the implications of regulation on the management of difficult formulations?
  • How do you envisage the future of market surveillance?
  • How have you adapted to the regulations so far?
  • Bettine Boltres, Technical Account Manager, West Pharmaceutical Services

    Marcel Mueller, Device Project Leader, Novartis Pharma AG

    Vikas Jaitely

    Vikas Jaitely , Senior Manager Pharmaceutical Sciences & CMC Regulatory Intelligence, Merck

    Bjorg Kaae Hunter, Device Engineering Manager, GlaxoSmithKline

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    10:30

    Morning Coffee Sponsored by Zeon

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    11:00

    CCI testing of syringe barrels at dimensional extremes facing requirements of updated USP

    Markus Hemminger

    Markus Hemminger, Senior Engineer, F. Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd.

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    11:40

    An innovative combination product for cardiology in pre-filled syringe presentations

    Marcel Mueller, Device Project Leader, Novartis Pharma AG

  • A primer to atherosclerosis
  • The development of combination products for cardiovascular risk reduction
  • Challenges encountered in a fast changing environment
  • Successful answers to global challenges
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    12:20

    Networking Lunch Sponsored by Terumo

    Terumo

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    13:20

    Impact of sterilization on protein aggregation and degradation in a polymer-based prefilled syringe system

    Takeuchi Katsuyuki, Business Development - Pharmaceutical Solutions, Terumo Medical Corporation

  • Importance of minimising risks of protein interaction with surfaces and materials of the container closure system to eliminate immunogenicity and ensure drug safety and efficacy
  •  A system approach, including selection of suitable sterilization method will be required for minimizing a risk of immunogenicity.
  • Steam sterilization can be the preferred method of sterilization for prefillable syringes for use with therapeutic protein products
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    14:00

    Quality by Design (QBD) for a parenteral drug delivery device

    Steve Chamberlain

    Steve Chamberlain, Device Engineering Manager, GSK

  • Interpretation of ICH guidance to inform a risk based approach to QBD for parenteral devices
  • Verifying design controls to ensure CQAs are met across specification ranges
  • Process Understanding, Control and Capability in practice
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    14:40

    Improving patient outcomes with Mixed Reality and Artificial Intelligence technologies

    Kai Worrell , CEO , Worrell

  • How voice assistant technology, such as Amazon Alexa and Google Home creates opportunities to improve medication / therapy adherence and long-term patient engagement
  • How Microsoft Hololens can help train and engage field clinical reps, healthcare professionals and patients with drug delivery and instructions for use
  • Leveraging voice-enabled technology to guide patients and capture clinical trial data
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    15:20

    Afternoon Tea Sponsored by Zeon

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    15:50

    The path to safe injection with pre-filled syringes

  • What makes injection safe?
  • Different aspects regarding use of polymer syringes vs. glass
  • Discuss the preferred closure for staked needle syringes
  • Drivers, statistics and legislation for safety systems
  • Market overview, current trends and new technologies for self-injection solutions
  • Christa Jansen-Otten, Director, Prefillable Syringe Platform, West Pharmaceutical Services Deutschland GmbH & Co. KG

    Jean-Paul Crepel, Senior Manager, Product Management, Pre-Filled S&D, West Pharmaceutical Services

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    16:30

    Challenges for Bioligics Drug Products at the interface of formulation, primary packaging and application

    Susanne Joerg, Head of Formulation Development, Lonza

  • The interface of formulation and pre-filled syringe:
  • Protein stability challenges
  • Device functionality challenges
  • The interface of formulation and application
  • Need for high concentration formulations
  • Challenges in the Development and Application of Highly Concentrated Formulations
  • SC volume limitations and options to overcome the need for high concentration formulations
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    17:50

    Co-Chairs' Closing Remarks and Close of Day One

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    8:30

    Registration & Coffee

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    9:00

    Co-Chairs' Opening Remarks

    Bettine Boltres, Technical Account Manager, West Pharmaceutical Services

    Alphons Fakler, Group Head Risk Management, Biologics Technical Development and Manufacturing , Novartis Pharma AG

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    9:10

    Keynote Address: Overcoming regulatory challenges within the PFS and autoinjector development and lifecycle management

    Vikas Jaitely

    Vikas Jaitely , Senior Manager Pharmaceutical Sciences & CMC Regulatory Intelligence, Merck

  • Current regulatory requirements within the EU and Us framework
  • Overcoming regulatory challenges to support global development of pre-filled syringe platform technology and technological advancement
  • Documentation requirements for MA filing
  • Handling of regulatory aspects of Post-Approval Change related to pre-filled syringes within product lifecycle management - European perspective
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    9:50

    Regulatory and technical challenges to meet specialized drug product requirements

    Christian Dechant, Primary Packaging Director, Boehringer Ingelheim

  • Overview the challenges of combination products with very small or quite large volume applications in parenteral drug products
  • Regulatory approval
  • Primary packaging material selection
  • Drug product stability and manufacturing
  • Potential technical solutions
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    Large volume injections, investigation of patients and combination product challenges

    Adrien Tisserand, Category Manager - Parenteral, Nemera

  • Market trends
  • Technical and user considerations of large volume delivery
  • Safelia® case study
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    11:10

    Morning Coffee Sponsored by Zeon

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    11:40

    Risk mitigation strategies and documentation for extractable, leachable and interactions in PFS

    Carsten Worsoe, Principal Scientist, Novo Nordisk

  • Choice of critical components for drug compatibility in PFS
  • Predictive tools for interactions in PFS
  • Relationship between extractables, simulated leachables and leachables in PFS
  • Case studies on leachable assessment in prefilled syringes
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    12:20

    Trace level quantification of residual silicone PFS by NMR

    David Ruckstuhl

    David Ruckstuhl, Lab Manager, Project Manager Spectroscopy, Intertek (Schweiz) AG

  • Silicone quantification by q-NMR as a more sensitive and less material/time consuming method compared to traditional techniques
  • Advantages such as the simplified sample preparation, reduced sample quantity and less matrix influence will be highlighted. 
  • Explaining the application range of the method and the general procedure with case studies.
  • Comparison with other techniques and methods with q-NMR 
  • Summary of the q-NMR application which will provide the perfect tool for tailoring the amount of silicone in the syringes and 100% batch control that was not possible so far.
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    13:00

    Networking Lunch Sponsored by Worrell

    Worrell

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    14:00

    The most suitable plastic syringe for biologics

    Takuya Minezaki, Research Manager, Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company

  • Multilayer Plastic Syringe made of COP and oxygen absorbing polymer
  • Glass-like oxygen barrier
  • Very low extractables
  • High UV Barrier
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    14:40

    Panel Discussion: Benefits and pitfalls of drug-delivery devices from auto-injectors to pre-filled syringes

  • What do we prioritise: Cognitive usability or physical ergonomics?
  • How can we engage more with human centred design in the development of new devices?
  • How should we overcome the issues of device innovation in the scope of drug project timelines?
  • Profiling patient populations - do's and dont's
  • Alphons Fakler, Group Head Risk Management, Biologics Technical Development and Manufacturing , Novartis Pharma AG

    Alexander Jung, Senior Manager Technology and Innovation, Drug Delivery & Devices, Boehringer Ingelheim GmbH

    Barry Knight, Associate Director Devices, UCB Celltech

    Susanne Joerg, Head of Formulation Development, Lonza

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    15:20

    Afternoon Tea Sponsored by Zeon

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    15:50

    More results on Stability of Therapeutic Proteines in contact with COP Syringes

    Reinhard Scheller

    Reinhard Scheller, Commercial Manager Cyclo Olefin Polymers - COP, Zeon Europe GmbH

  • Storage study with silicone oil free glass syringes and silicone oil free COP syringes
  • Correlation between proteine adsorption level and sub-visible particle concentration
  • Influence of different proteine solution sampling method

     

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    Novel drug delivery technologies: Transforming biologics delivery and enhancing patient experience

    Sudeshna Dutta Ray, Senior Engineer Advanced Device Technology, Amgen Incorporated

  • Trends in Biologics development
  • Broad array of technologies to meet the delivery needs - Vial, IV, Handheld Injectors, Wearable Injectors and novel delivery platforms
  • Amgen's mission to serve patients
  • Patient Centric approaches to Device Development-Neulasta OnPro Case Study
  • Improving Patient Outcomes through increased compliance/adherence
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    Co-Chairs' Closing Remarks and Close of Day Two


    Category Manager - Parenteral
    Nemera
    Senior Manager Technology and Innovation, Drug Delivery & Devices
    Boehringer Ingelheim GmbH
    Group Head Risk Management, Biologics Technical Development and Manufacturing
    Novartis Pharma AG
    Associate Director Devices
    UCB Celltech
    Technical Account Manager
    West Pharmaceutical Services
    Device Engineering Manager
    GlaxoSmithKline
    Principal Scientist
    Novo Nordisk
    Director, Prefillable Syringe Platform
    West Pharmaceutical Services Deutschland GmbH & Co. KG
    Primary Packaging Director
    Boehringer Ingelheim
    Lab Manager, Project Manager Spectroscopy
    Intertek (Schweiz) AG
    R&D Technical Specialist
    Barts Health NHS Trust
    Principal Pharmaceutical Officer Medical Drug Devi
    MHRA
    Head of Digital Health
    Cambridge Consultants Ltd
    Senior Manager, Product Management, Pre-Filled S&D
    West Pharmaceutical Services
    CEO
    Worrell
    Group Leader, Human Factors Engineering
    Cambridge Consultants Ltd
    Application Scientist
    rap.ID Particle Systems GmbH
    Device Project Leader
    Novartis Pharma AG
    Senior Engineer
    F. Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd.
    Co-Founder
    rap.ID Particle Systems GmbH
    Commercial Manager Cyclo Olefin Polymers - COP
    Zeon Europe GmbH
    Device Engineering Manager
    GSK
    Senior Engineer Advanced Device Technology
    Amgen Incorporated
    Head of Formulation Development
    Lonza
    Business Development - Pharmaceutical Solutions
    Terumo Medical Corporation
    Research Manager
    Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company
    Senior Manager Pharmaceutical Sciences & CMC Regulatory Intelligence
    Merck

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    Sponsors and Exhibitors


    3P Innovation

    Sponsors and Exhibitors
    http://www.3pinnovation.com

    3P provides device development and custom automation that help customers de-risk and commercialise faster at lower cost. We manufacture scalable machines, from lab-scale to full-scale production for sterile processing, powder and liquid fill-finish, assembly and test. Specialists in novel primary drug containers, reconstitution, wearable devices, auto-injectors, depots, cartridges and specials.


    Intertek

    Sponsors and Exhibitors
    http://www.intertek.ch

    Intertek is an analytical contract organization offering its services under GMP, ISO and GLP requirements (development of packaging materials, drug substance and drug products in all clinical phases including a wide range of applications). Intertek operates in more than 100 countries in 1,000 different locations having more than 42,000 employees.


    Mitsubishi Gas Chemical

    Sponsors and Exhibitors
    https://www.mgc.co.jp/eng/products/abd/oxycapt.html

    Mitsubishi Gas Chemical is a leading company in the field of oxygen barrier and absorbing technologies. Based on these technologies and experiences, we have successfully developed multilayer plastic vial and syringe having excellent oxygen, ultra violet and water vapor barrier. The products make it possible to replace glass with plastic for injectable drugs.


    Nipro PharmaPackaging

    Sponsors and Exhibitors
    http://www.nipro-group.com

    Nipro PharmaPackaging is specialized in developing and manufacturing advanced pharma packaging products and complete packaging solutions for early development drugs or the enhancement of packaging solutions for existing drugs. With a worldwide manufacturing footprint of 19 plants, multiple sales offices, and lab services, Nipro offers an exceptional service platform. Through our personnel, products, and services, Nipro PharmaPackaging enables you to provide a safer and healthier administration to your customers. Nipro PharmaPackaging is part of Nipro Corporation Japan, established in 1954. As a leading global healthcare company with over 35,000 employees worldwide, Nipro serves the Pharmaceutical, Medical Device, and Pharmaceutical Packaging industries.


    Owen Mumford

    Sponsors and Exhibitors
    http://www.ompharmaservices.com

    Owen Mumford Pharmaceutical Services is a specialist in the design, development and manufacture of injectable drug delivery systems for the pharmaceutical, biotech & generics industries. These include single dose and multidose reusable and disposable auto-injectors, pens and syringes for subcutaneous and intramuscular administration. Our innovative products are designed to meet both the need of our pharmaceutical partners and their patients by facilitating ease of use and improving safety and patient compliance. Our devices are also designed with aim of reducing complexity and risk for the pharmaceutical & biotech industry in the development of their combination products.


    Panasonic Healthcare

    Sponsors and Exhibitors
    http://www.panasonic-healthcare.com/global/?item=JP

    We contribute to the wellbeing of society by creating new value for all the people who wish for better health. [In April 2018, Panasonic Healthcare Co., Ltd will be renamed PHC Corporation] We are committed to aspiring to be a company that continues to help customers by providing high value-added products and services through our three core businesses, namely In Vitro Diagnostic Devices, Medical IT, and Laboratory and Medical Support Devices.


    RSSL

    Sponsors and Exhibitors
    http://www.rssl.com

    RSSL provides analytical, investigational, consultancy and training services to clients in the global pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical and healthcare industries. Our GMP compliant facilities are located in the UK and with our team of more than 300 dedicated employees, we ensure that every project is performed with our commitment to outstanding quality, scientific excellence and customer satisfaction. We offer a large portfolio of, chemical, physical, biochemical and microbiological services providing support through the full drug product life cycle.


    Terumo Pharmaceutical Solutions

    Sponsors and Exhibitors
    http://www.terumo-ps.com/

    Terumo Pharmaceutical Solutions offers the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry unique solutions in medical technology. In addition to offering our valued products, our specialized team also provides customized and dedicated solutions designed to meet your specific requirements.


    West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc.

    Sponsors and Exhibitors
    http://www.westpharma.com/

    West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of packaging components and delivery systems for injectable drugs and healthcare products. Working by the side of its customers from concept to patient, West creates products that promote the efficiency, reliability and safety of the world's pharmaceutical drug supply. West is headquartered in Exton, Pennsylvania, and supports its customers from locations in North and South America, Europe, Asia and Australia. West's 2017 net sales of $1.6 billion reflect the daily use of approximately 112 million of its components and devices, which are designed to improve the delivery of healthcare to patients around the world.


    Worrell

    Sponsors and Exhibitors
    http://www.worrell.com

    Worrell is a multifaceted healthcare design and innovation firm with offices in London, Minneapolis and Shanghai. Worrell provides expertise in research and strategy, user experience and industrial design, human factors engineering and prototyping. Working on the front lines with patients and healthcare professionals, Worrell uncovers unmet needs to bring new drug delivery, medical device, and digital health solutions to the market.


    ZEON Europe GmbH

    Sponsors and Exhibitors
    http://www.zeon.eu/cop-copf-zeonex-zeonor-zeonorfilm.html

    Zeon Europe GmbH is the European marketing/sales organisation of Zeon Corporation / Japan. As part of specialty materials operations Zeon produces Cyclo-Olefin Polymers (COP) under the tradenames ZEONEX® and ZEONOR®. The balance of outstanding water barrier properties in combination with high purity, excellent chemical resistance, high transparency and low interaction with drugs, put ZEONEX® and ZEONOR® as a perfect alternative to glass or other plastics solutions for pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical containers - such as Pre-filled syringes, cartridges and vials.

    Media Partners


    ONdrugDelivery Magazine

    Official Media Partner
    http://ondrugdelivery.com

    ONdrugDelivery provides 30,000 readers throughout global pharma/biopharma, with the latest, most pertinent industry information and intelligence about the drug delivery-related ideas, technologies, services and products the sector is developing. Established in 2004, and trusted throughout the industry for its high quality contributions from leading drug delivery experts, ONdrugDelivery is a must for pharma / biotech industry professionals who need to know what’s going on in drug delivery. Subscribe online today to the print or free digital edition: www.ondrugdelivery.com/subscribe.


    Drug Development & Delivery

    Official Media Partner
    http://www.drug-dev.com

    Drug Development & Delivery is a print/online content provider that presents the latest scientific methods in drug development for professionals.

    Media Partners


    Pharmiweb

    Supporters
    http://www.pharmiweb.com

    Established in October 2003, PharmiWeb Solutions is an energetic, innovative provider of web-based solutions for the pharmaceutical sector, with customers such as AstraZeneca, Roche, Servier Laboratories, and Merck With solutions in three key areas: Online Publishing, e-Business and Mobile Computing, we deliver connectivity – between people and applications – unlocking islands of data and knowledge. We own some of the sector’s most innovative Online Publications: PharmiWeb.com, HospitalPharma.com and Detail-Direct.com. We are actively developing solutions for Mobile Computing platforms. For example, our PharmiTabTM e-pharmacy solution runs real-time patient data and prescribing transactions in a busy hospital environment, on a TabletPC, wireless client/server platform. e-Business solutions range from e-Detailing, to Online Market Research, all designed to increase reach, increase sales, and to reduce administration and costs.


    Gate2Biotech

    Supporters
    http://www.gate2biotech.com

    Gate2Biotech is a portal that unites biotechnological community in Central Europe. It covers all the news in the field of biotechnology. Thanks to the the portal the companies engaged in the field can easily search for research institutions and other partners to solve technical problems they are facing and here they can also present their services offer to potential partners from the Czech Republic and abroad. Gate2Biotech portal serves as a bridge connecting scientific and commercial sector. It incorporates offices and support organizations dedicated to promoting transfer of innovative technologies into a unified communication platform of Czech and international biotechnologies. As a mediator of information it draws attention to biotechnologies and support of their application and transfer into practice. It also functions as a tool for encouraging non-professionals (especially scientists and students) towards innovative business or applied research.


    PWTV

    Supporters
    www.pharmaworld.tv

    The dedicated Audio Visual file sharing platform for the Pharmaceutical, Life Sciences and The Animal Health Industry. Use the power of Audio and Visual to give a clearer information to your clients. www.pharmaworld.tv


    Biocompare

    Supporters
    http://www.biocompare.com

    Biocompare.com is the leading resource for up-to-date product information, product reviews, and new technologies for life scientists. Biocompare combines an in-depth knowledge of life science products and new technologies with the power of the Internet to offer scientists the most dynamic, relevant, and innovative media-based marketplace for life science information.


    Labsave

    Supporters
    http://www.labsave.com

    Labsave is the leading savings website for Laboratory Equipment and Lab Supplies. We work closely with the top suppliers in the world to bring you the best products at the most competitive prices. We are constantly striving to secure the biggest and most exclusive offers that you won’t find anywhere else! http://www.labsave.com/


    International Pharmaceutical Industry

    Supporters
    http://www.ipimediaworld.com

    IPI gives you an insight into all areas of Biopharm, Medical, Pharmaceutical and Healthcare. IPI provides a proven supportive means of communication to the Pharmaceutical, Bio Pharmaceutical, Nutraceutical and Medical Devices industry, incorporating the latest in research and technology innovations, regulatory guidelines, marketing and communication strategies.


    Pharmacircle

    Supporters
    http://www.pharmacircle.com

    PharmaCircle is an innovative knowledge management company serving the current and future global leaders in the Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology related industries. PharmaCircle is a one stop information and analysis source for pipeline, products, clinical trials, drug delivery technologies, deals and acquisitions, company financials, venture capital investments, product sales, pharmaceutical services, news, patents and more….


    Technology Networks

    Supporters
    http://go.technologynetworks.com/subscribe-to-newsletters

    Founded in 2000, Technology Networks is established as the leading news provider for life science and drug discovery professionals. In addition, we provide unique content including webcasts, videos, application notes and posters from recent conferences. Our portfolio now includes around 30 focussed scientific communities, all of which are accessible free of charge within TechnologyNetworks.com


    MedTube

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    https://medtube.net/



    Drug Development Technology

    Supporters
    http://www.drugdevelopment-technology.com

    Drugdevelopment-technology.com covers every aspect of the drug development and research process, from conception to pre-FDA approval. Our global network of journalists updates the site with the latest and most significant industry developments. This coverage allows us to provide everyone - from senior management through to research and QA staff – with in-depth reviews of the latest projects, advance notice of new product releases and analysis of the latest procedural and legislative developments.


    Packaging-gateway

    Supporters
    http://www.packaging-gateway.com

    Packaging executives from around the world use the website to keep abreast of the latest industry developments and make informed purchasing decisions along the entire supply chain. Packaging-gateway.com provides up-to-date industry intelligence through: •Regularly updated news bulletins and company press releases •Feature articles written by leading industry figures •Detailed research reports containing the latest market statistics •The latest packaging related projects •White papers containing the latest analysis, insights and technology solutions


    Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and Packing Sourcer (PMPS)

    Supporters
    http://www.samedanltd.com/magazine/15

    Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and Packing Sourcer (PMPS) is a specialist magazine for the pharmaceutical manufacturing, packaging and supply chain sectors. Every quarterly edition features articles written by key opinion leaders, ranging from pharmaceutical sponsors and key services providers, to industry associations and regulatory authorities. PMPS combines technological, operational and corporate perspectives on this growing sector, along with industry interviews, event previews and book reviews. Now you can also read PMPS on the go with the new Samedan app. Click here to download it now for your iPhone or iPad: http://bit.ly/IJECug


    Pharmaceutical-tech.com

    Supporters
    http://www.pharmaceutical-tech.com/

    Pharmaceutical-Tech : “In the realm of Pharmacy, where innovation is rapid, Pharmaceutical-Tech stands adept at conceptualizing unique ideas relevant to the B2B space. Pharmaceutical-Tech is essentially a B2B online business, technology media platform and global magazine that have under its wraps the largest global database of Pharmacy buyers and suppliers. Pharmaceutical-Tech.com covers in-depth trends that shape industry dynamics and metamorphose global economics. With services like search engine optimization, global magazine, social media marketing, product video showcase, e-mail marketing, e-newsletter sponsorship, banner advertising, event marketing and micro-website within our platform, www.pharmaceutical-tech.com has created a recognition that spans over a global audience, thereby revolutionizing how businesses transact.”


    Drug Discovery Today

    Supporters
    http://www.drugdiscoverytoday.com/

    Drug Discovery Today covers the whole of the preclinical drug discovery process. The reviews are cutting edge, written by experts in their respective fields and cover all aspects of drug discovery from genomic and proteomic approaches, computational drug design, medicinal chemistry and the translation of these sciences to therapies.


    PharmaVOICE

    Supporters
    http://www.pharmavoice.com

    PharmaVOICE magazine, and its supporting VIEW publications, provide commentary about the challenges and trends impacting the life-sciences industry, covering a range of issues from molecule through market. PharmaVOICE's more than 41,000 U.S.-based subscribers are also kept abreast of the latest trends through additional media resources, including WebSeminars, Podcasts, Videocasts, and White Papers.


    Biosave

    Supporters
    http://www.Biosave.com

    Biosave.com brings together the best Life Science promotions, product releases, featured products, publications, videos and events from 100’s of leading Life Science suppliers. Updated 24 hours a day, Biosave is constantly uploading special promotions and exciting product news that you won’t find anywhere else. Our goal is to provide our users with the most exclusive product information to help reach that all important purchasing decision.


    Mednous

    Supporters
    http://www.MedNous.com

    MedNous is a print publication and website about medical innovation in Europe. It carries exclusive interviews with companies that are at the forefront of medical technology, as well as contributor articles from prominent practitioners. Our mission is to identify significant advances in medicine and to explain how this innovation is being commercialised. In doing so, we talk to venture capitalists about what products and platforms they are supporting. We report on how regulators cope with the accelerating pace of innovation. And we regularly cover the latest developments in the discovery and development of new medical concepts in the area of antibodies, vaccines, small molecules, regenerative medicine and nanomedicines. MedNous combines the English word for medicine with the Greek word for intellect. And those with nous are readers of our publication. Visit our website: www.mednous.com


    Medical Device Network

    Supporters
    http://www.medicaldevice-network.com/

    Medicaldevice-network.com is your one stop for information on the medical device industry, covering everything along the supply chain from biomaterials and materials solutions to electronics, packaging, motors and motion control, outsourcing and more. Through our international team of journalists, we cover diagnosis, prevention, monitoring, standards, treatment and technology – all you need as a professional in the medical industry to stay abreast of the latest developments in your field.


    Drug Target Review

    Supporters
    http://www.drugtargetreview.com

    Drug Target Review’s quarterly magazine, website and annual events program provides high quality content with peer-written articles that are submitted exclusively by the world’s most respected scientists in their field. This attracts a committed base of readers, users and delegates made up of senior decision-makers from the life science and drug discovery industries at the top pharmaceutical companies, as well as academics and scientists from the top research institutes across the globe.


    Samedan

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    http://www.samedanltd.com/magazine/13.

    International Clinical Trials (ICT) is a quarterly magazine edited by Dr Graham Hughes, and written by specialists at the forefront of clinical research. ICT’s coverage of operational developments ranges from adaptive designs in early phase trials through to post marketing research. ICT’s targeted readership consists of key decision makers across the pharmaceutical and biotech industries, along with contract partners and consultants. The magazine is distributed to pharmaceutical professionals in Europe and North America, and is accessed globally online. Read the latest issues, explore the ICT archive and subscribe at www.samedanltd.com/magazine/13.


    SelectScience

    Supporters
    http://www.selectscience.net/register?utm_source=Media-Partner&utm_medium=Website&utm_campaign=SMI

    SelectScience is an independent, online information resource for the worldwide scientific community, and the home of trusted information for laboratory scientists. Discover the latest drug discovery and development technologies, products and techniques with product reviews, videos, application notes and news articles. Become a member for free today.


    Farmavita

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    https://farmavitar.com

    FarmavitaR+ is the professional network of experts and service providers. Network is gathering local consultants from 90 countries in Europe, Asia, North America, Latin America, Australia and Africa. Management of international, multi-centre projects is our core competence. FarmavitaR+ is providing solutions related to pharmaceutical, medical device, food supplement and cosmetic products. Scope of services is related to solutions for product development, quality assurance, clinical trials, product registration, portfolio analysis, lifecycle management, vigilance/risk management, pricing/reimbursing, market access and promotional compliance. FarmavitaR+ is brand name of Farmavita Regulanet Ltd. Visit https://farmavitar.com for more information. Outsource anything you can think of!


    Inderscience Publishers

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    http://www.inderscience.com

    Inderscience is a dynamic, leading, independent journal publisher. The company disseminates the latest research across the broad fields of science, engineering and technology; management, public and business administration; environment, ecological economics and sustainable development; computing, ICT and internet/web services, and related areas. Inderscience offers over 35 years' experience in publishing and has succeeded in building a substantial collection approaching 400 high-quality peer-reviewed international research journals in both online and print formats. We offer a variety of ways to keep up-to-date with the latest published leading-edge research while our online collection represents a fully-searchable digital archive of around 60,000 articles.


    Pharmavision

    Supporters
    http://www.pharmavision.co.uk

    PharmaVision offers a consultancy service providing independent pharmaceutical thematic research to the healthcare industry, the investment community and competitive intelligence specialists. We perform due diligence research and provide expert commentary in healthcare. Our reports combine scientific analysis in drug delivery, R&D technologies and pharmaceutical products including patient modelling, product/technology forecasts and market trends evaluation.


    GBI

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    http://www.gbihealth.com/

    GBI is an information, applications, and services company focused on the healthcare industry. Leveraging data from across the healthcare value chain, GBI creates web and mobile applications that enable individuals and organizations to make better decisions and communicate more effectively.


    SciDoc Publishers

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    http://www.scidoc.org

    SciDoc Publishers is a major source provider of e-journals in the field of Science, Technology and Medicine (STM). The nature of journals - Open Access and Peer-reviewed. We are aimed with a sole motive in making a mark in the field of Open Access, by propagating the knowledge to the scientific community. Our prime concern involves, the knowledge to reach millions of readers and give them access to scientific publications - online.


    Pharmalicensing

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    http://www.pharmalicensing.com

    Pharmalicensing (www.pharmalicensing.com) is the premier biopharmaceutical Open Innovation resource designed for professionals involved with partnering, licensing and business development worldwide. Actively supporting all forms of partnering and in- and out-licensing activities, Pharmalicensing utilizes the unique online Showcase Profiling & Discover services, as well as its renowned Partnering Search service leveraging its global network of industry experts, to enable companies to identify and engage with appropriate partners around the world. Pharmalicensing is actively utilized by many tens of thousands of industry professionals each month. Pharmalicensing is a division of Cognis Group, Inc.


    Swiss Biotech Association

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    http://www.swissbiotech.org/

    The Swiss Biotech Association (SBA) is the national industry association for biotechnology, including pharmaceuticals, diagnostics, agriculture, food, cosmetics, environmental biotechnology, and specialty chemicals. Members are companies active in modern biotechnology, such as R&D, Production, Marketing and Sales, Finance, Services and Consulting. SBA provides a networking platform for Life Science clusters, academic and federal institutions the like. Founded in March 1998, the Association grows steadily.


    Absave

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    http://www.absave.com

    Absave.com is the leading savings website for Antibodies and Immunological Products. Search our extensive database of Antibodies, Kits, Proteins & Peptides, Reagents, etc. to find the best savings!


    European Biotechnology Network

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    http://european-biotechnology.net/

    The European Biotechnology Network is dedicated to facilitating co-operation between professionals in biotechnology and the life sciences all over Europe. The non-profit organisation brings research groups, universities, SMEs, large companies and indeed all actors in biotechnology together to build and deliver partnerships.


    Manufacturing Chemist

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    http://www.manufacturingchemist.com

    Manufacturing Chemist is among the longest established and most respected information sources in the global pharmaceutical manufacturing industry. Manufacturing Chemist reports on current and future trends in the global marketplace, including the latest developments in drug discovery, biotechnology, drug delivery, ingredients, processing technologies and equipment, packaging, business strategies and regulatory updates.

    Copthorne Tara Hotel

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    Kensington
    London W8 5SR
    United Kingdom

    Copthorne Tara Hotel

    The Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington is an elegant contemporary four-star hotel in prestigious Kensington, located just a two minutes walk from High Street Kensington underground station, making exploring easy. The hotel offers well-appointed and comfortable guest rooms combining Standard, Superior and Club accommodation. Club rooms offer iconic views over the city and include Club Lounge access for complimentary breakfast and refreshments. Guests can sample the authentic Singaporean, Malaysian and Chinese cuisine at Bugis Street, traditional pub fare at the Brasserie Restaurant & Bar or relax with a delicious drink at West8 Cocktail Lounge & Bar.

    The Copthorne Tara Hotel boasts 745 square meters of flexible meeting space, consisting of the Shannon Suite and the Liffey Suite, ideal for hosting conferences, weddings and social events. Facilities include access to the business centre 24 hours a day, fully equipped fitness room, gift shop, theatre desk and Bureau de Change. With ample onsite parking outside the London congestion charge zone and excellent transport links via Heathrow Airport, the hotel is the perfect location for business or leisure stays. The hotel is within close proximity to the shops of High Street Kensington, Knightsbridge and Westfield London, Olympia Conference Centre, Royal Albert Hall, Kensington Palace and Hyde Park.

     

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    CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development’. It is essentially a philosophy, which maintains that in order to be effective, learning should be organised and structured. The most common definition is:

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    CPD is a common requirement of individual membership with professional bodies and Institutes. Increasingly, employers also expect their staff to undertake regular CPD activities.

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    CPD Schemes often run over the period of a year and the institutes generally provide online tools for their members to record and reflect on their CPD activities.

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