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IND Readiness Isn't a Checkbox Exercise, It's a Regulatory Risk Management Strategy
Why Sponsors Should Pressure-Test Their IND Before Submission
For many sponsors, the Investigational New Drug (IND) application is viewed as a procedural milestone, the point at which a development program transitions from preclinical research into human studies.
How to Spring Clean Your PV Safety Data for Optimal Performance
As the blossoms of spring usher in a season of renewal, it's not just our homes that could use a thorough cleaning – our safety data deserves a refreshing sweep too. In an enlightening conversation...
Our "Meet the Expert" series introduces you to our team of experts around the world. This "behind the curtain" view will help you get to know who we are on a professional and personal level, and...
The link between statistical methods and healthcare is not a new one, but the volume of available data to inform healthcare decisions and the use of data science in the medical industry has exploded...
What is Quality Management? Quality Management is the set of processes that enable delivery of high-quality products while maintaining regulatory compliance. Its purpose is to ensure that all...
Understanding GxP Compliance in Drug and Medical Device Development Lifecycle
In the complex world of drugs and medical devices, where every pill, syringe, and implant holds the potential to impact lives profoundly, ensuring the utmost safety, efficacy, and quality is...
Formal FDA Meetings for Sponsors or Applications of PDUFA Products
This article has been updated since its original February 28, 2017 publication. Since the introduction of the Prescription Drug User Fee Act (PDUFA) VII for fiscal years 2023 - 2027, the FDA...
The Impact of a US Government Shutdown on the Food and Drug Administration
This article was originally published in September 2023, and has been updated to reflect an upcoming potential government shutdown. As U.S. lawmakers return from the President’s Day holiday, they are...
Demystifying CAPA Management: Overcoming Challenges in the Fast-Paced World of GMP
This article has been updated since its original publication date. Navigating the complexities of Corrective Action / Preventive Action (CAPA) in the drug and medical device industries often poses a...
Our "Meet the Expert" series introduces you to our team of experts around the world. This "behind the curtain" view will help you get to know who we are on a professional and personal level, and...
Illuminating FDA's 2023 BLA Approvals: A Comparative Analysis
The FDA's Biologics License Application (BLA) approvals in 2023 have marked a significant chapter in medical innovation, embodying precision and transformative therapies. A closer examination of the...
Our "Meet the Expert" series introduces you to our team of experts around the world. This "behind the curtain" view will help you get to know who we are on a professional and personal level, and...
2023: A New Chapter in FDA Drug Approvals - A Resurgence of Innovation
The year 2023 unveiled an eventful chapter in FDA drug approvals, heralding a resurgence of innovation after a brief decline. This period represented not just a numerical rebound but a meaningful...
Introduction The year 2023 has been remarkable in terms of regulatory developments within the UK and EU, characterised by substantial changes, innovative approvals, and strategic initiatives in the...
Our "Meet the Expert" series introduces you to our team of experts around the world. This "behind the curtain" view will help you get to know who we are on a professional and personal level, and...
Our "Meet the Expert" series introduces you to our team of experts around the world. This "behind the curtain" view will help you get to know who we are on a professional and personal level, and...
Compiling and submitting a New Drug Application (NDA) submission is a complicated and intensive activity. Once you have submitted your application to FDA, you may be curious about what can you expect...
The End of the FDA's Rare Pediatric Disease Priority Review Voucher Program
What’s Next for Rare Disease Innovation? For children suffering from rare and often life-threatening diseases, access to new and effective treatments can mean the difference between life and death....
Safety Data Exchange Agreements (SDEAs) and Pharmacovigilance Agreements (PVAs) – An Overview
A Safety Data Exchange Agreement (SDEA) or Pharmacovigilance Agreement (PVA) is a legal written contract which ensures that all safety data, PV tasks and responsibilities are detailed between two or...
An Overview of the PSMF: Pharmacovigilance System Master File
What is a PSMF? The EU Pharmacovigilance System Master File (PSMF) is a legally required document created and maintained by a Marketing Authorisation Holder (MAH). Essentially, the document is a...
In order to incentivize the development of therapies (drugs biologics) to fill unmet medical needs for treatment of serious conditions, the FDA has developed various programs to expedite drug...
The FDA’s homepage contains an item in the Public Health Focus section from the Office of Communications entitled “Don’t Use Expired Medicine.” Given this mandate, I recall from many years ago the...