Biotech Basics
Core concepts behind biopharmaceutical manufacturing — from process fundamentals to regulatory expectations. Built for teams who need the foundation before the fix.
What Is Cell Therapy Manufacturing?
August 30, 2024 • By Mike Barlow
Cell therapy manufacturing involves several complex steps that require specialized training, equipment and strict quality assurance and control measures to ensure the safety, efficacy, and consistency of the final product.
How Does CAR-T Cell Therapy Work?
August 16, 2024 • By Mike Barlow, Paul Van Buskirk
In the world of medical advancements, few breakthroughs have captured as much attention and hope as CAR-T cell therapy. This innovative approach to cancer treatment holds the promise of revolutionizing the way we combat certain types of cancer. But how does CAR-T cell therapy work, and what makes it so remarkable? In this article, we'll delve into the intricacies of CAR-T cell therapy and explore how it harnesses the body's immune system to target and destroy cancer cells.
Cell Therapy vs. Gene Therapy: What’s the Difference?
July 12, 2024 • By Mike Barlow
In modern medicine, two powerful technologies—Cell Therapy and Gene Therapy—are reshaping how we treat serious diseases. Both aim to repair or replace what’s malfunctioning inside the body, but they take fundamentally different approaches.
Biologics Manufacturing Processing Steps
August 21, 2023 • By Mike Barlow, Paul Van Buskirk
Typical biologics manufacturing involves culturing cells in bioreactors (upstream processing) to produce the target protein, followed by harvesting to separate cells from the product-containing broth. The product is then purified through downstream processing methods like filtration and chromatography. Finally, it's formulated with stabilizers, filled into sterile containers, and undergoes quality testing before release.
What is Tangential Flow Filtration?
July 27, 2023 • By Mike Barlow
Tangential Flow Filtration (TFF), also known as Crossflow Filtration, is a widely used separation technique in biologics manufacturing for processes such as concentration, diafiltration, and buffer exchange of biomolecules like proteins, antibodies, and vaccines.
What are Biologics?
May 18, 2023 • By Mike Barlow
In biotechnology, biologics are therapeutic products made from living cells or organisms. Unlike chemically synthesized drugs, biologics are usually large, complex molecules such as proteins, cells, or genetic material.