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Chemical hack turns platelets into drug couriers

2 June 2025 | By

Researchers at the University of Illinois have achieved the first successful metabolic labelling of platelets, a key step toward using them in targeted drug delivery. The technique could enable short-lived, precision therapies for cancer, immune conditions, and clotting disorders.

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Strategic planning in ADC development: insights from Lonza

2 June 2025 | By

Preclinical and clinical development are critical to the success of ADCs, where early strategic decisions regarding manufacturability and scalability can make or break a project. Iwan Bertholjotti of Lonza emphasises the importance of proactive planning to avoid costly delays and ensure smooth progress towards clinical success.

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Cracking the code to scalable cell and gene therapy

13 May 2025 | By

Cell and gene therapy is rapidly transforming the treatment of complex diseases, yet scaling production efficiently remains a challenge. Dr Tia Harmon from PHC Corporation of North America explores the innovations that are optimising cell expansion to enhance the discovery of advanced therapies.

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Optimising analytical strategies for ADC development

8 May 2025 | By

Antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) are transforming cancer therapy by enabling targeted drug delivery with minimised side effects, but their complex structure presents unique challenges in bioanalysis. This article explores cutting-edge strategies for optimising ADC evaluation, from quantifying drug-to-antibody ratios (DAR) to overcoming hurdles like payload interference and stability.