Aerosol characterization specialist Proveris Scientific has announced that it is working with the University of Sydney and Macquarie University to develop a new method of measuring the surface area of pharmaceutical aerosol particles using optical tomography technology. The project is funded by the Australian Research Council Linkage Program and will be led by Hak-Kim … [Read more...] about Proveris partners with Australian universities on new method of characterizing pharmaceutical aerosols
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Summit Biosciences expansion nearing completion
Nasal spray CDMO Summit Biosciences has nearly completed a $19 million expansion of its facility at the University of Kentucky Coldstream Research Campus that is expected to create 78 jobs, the state of Kentucky has announced. Following the expansion, which includes laboratory, warehouse, and manufacturing space, the facility will total 44,000 sq ft. The company, … [Read more...] about Summit Biosciences expansion nearing completion
Study shows Clement Clarke’s Clip-Tone device improves inhaler technique
Clement Clarke International is highlighting the results of a study done in partnership with Egypt's Beni-Suef University Research demonstrating that the company's Clip-Tone audible feedback device can improve MDI technique. The data were presented at the 2020 European Respiratory Society Congress. The Clip-Tone device attaches to the top of an MDI actuator and … [Read more...] about Study shows Clement Clarke’s Clip-Tone device improves inhaler technique
Vectura to work on Monash University oxytocin DPI
Inhaled drug CDMO Vectura has entered into an agreement with the Monash University Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences (MIPS) for early development of an oxytocin DPI for the prevention of postpartum hemorrhage, the company said. Vectura will develop a single use inhaler for Phase 1 clinical trials on a fee-for-service basis; a commercial manufacturer would be … [Read more...] about Vectura to work on Monash University oxytocin DPI
Bilim Pharmaceuticals launches Ventofor Combi Fix, delivered by the PowdAir Plus DPI
H&T Presspart and Hovione Technology have revealed their collaboration with Bilim Pharmaceuticals on a dry powder inhaler based on the PowdAir Plus device. H&T Presspart acquired global rights to the capsule based DPI device from Hovione Technology in 2017. According to the announcement, Bilim has launched the Ventofor Combi Fix budesonide/formoterol DPI for … [Read more...] about Bilim Pharmaceuticals launches Ventofor Combi Fix, delivered by the PowdAir Plus DPI
BNC Korea acquires rights to Iconovo’s generic versions of Ultibro and Seebri for Asia, CIS countries
Iconovo announced that BNC Korea has acquired rights to manufacture and market generic versions of Ultibro indacaterol/glycopyrronium and Seebri glycopyrronium DPIs based on Iconovo formulations and the company's ICOcap device. The deal covers a territory that includes Korea, Japan, China, Taiwan, Turkey, and Russia, as well as additional CIS and southeast Asian … [Read more...] about BNC Korea acquires rights to Iconovo’s generic versions of Ultibro and Seebri for Asia, CIS countries
Lonza announces new Center of Excellence for DPI particle engineering and formulation
Lonza Pharma & Biotech has established a new Center of Excellence for DPI development at its location in Bend, OR, USA, the company said. The site originally belonged to spray drying specialist Bend Research, which was acquired by Capsugel in 2013; Capsugel was subsequently acquired by Lonza in 2017. According to Lonza, "the core service offer is … [Read more...] about Lonza announces new Center of Excellence for DPI particle engineering and formulation
Koura announces donation of inhalers to Maharashtra government for COVID-19, innovation award for Zephex 152a
Medical propellant maker Koura announced that it has donated 10,000 MDIs to the government of the Indian state of Maharashtra to help meet the demand for inhalers during the COVID-19 pandemic. Specifically, the company said that the inhalers are designated for the Haffkine Institute in Mumbai. Koura also announced that it has won the Chemicals Northwest 2020 … [Read more...] about Koura announces donation of inhalers to Maharashtra government for COVID-19, innovation award for Zephex 152a
iPharma Labs announces addition of GMP testing services, new board members and management hires
Inhalation contract R&D company iPharma Labs has announced the introduction of new GMP testing services for testing and development of OINDPs, including inhaled drugs for the treatment of COVID-19. The company also announced the addition of two board members and two management hires with extensive experience in the inhaled drug delivery industry. The iPharma … [Read more...] about iPharma Labs announces addition of GMP testing services, new board members and management hires
Koura announces investment in Zephex HFA 152a propellant production
Propellant manufacturer Koura (formerly Mexichem) has announced a "multimillion-pound sterling investment" in a new cGMP production facility for Zephex HFA 152a medical propellant at the company's Runcorn, UK location. The new facility is expected to come online by late 2021, the company said. According to Koura, "This investment is part of a program to bring … [Read more...] about Koura announces investment in Zephex HFA 152a propellant production