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Inspiration Biopharmaceuticals Names John P. Butler Chief Executive Officer

Oct 11 2011 | News

Inspiration Biopharmaceuticals, Inc., a biopharmaceutical company focused exclusively on the development and commercialization of new treatment options for people with hemophilia, has announced the appointment of John P. Butler as Chief Executive Officer.

Pfizer: Going Green in the Emerald Isle

Pfizer: Going Green in the Emerald Isle

Oct 7 2010 | Articles

Pfizer Biotechnology Ireland has constructed the Monoclonal Antibodies (MAbs) Small Scale Facility (SSF) at Shanbally, Ringaskiddy, Co. Cork, Ireland. The facility, which is Pfizer’ s first biotechnology greenfield development, is a phase 2B/3 clinical trial product facility designed to manufacture, purify, formulate and bulk fill mammalian cell culture derived proteins.

A Star Is Born - The Pharma Energy Star Program and How You Can Save on Your Utility Costs

A Star Is Born - The Pharma Energy Star Program and How You Can Save on Your Utility Costs

Oct 6 2010 | Articles

Being wise with your money is back in style. The recession with its attendant job losses, cut backs and uncertainties has made savers of us all. At no time in recent history have Americans put more into their savings accounts than during this recent economic downturn. Turning off lights and being as energy efficient as possible is a great way to save money.

Roche Recognized as Global Healthcare Leader in Dow Jones Sustainability Index

Sep 9 2010 | News

Roche has been named Supersector Leader in Healthcare in the Dow Jones Sustainability Indexes (DJSI) for the second year running.

Maine Study Reveals: Even if you're careful, drugs can end up in water

Maine Study Reveals: Even if you're careful, drugs can end up in water

Feb 8 2010 | News

The federal government advises throwing most unused or expired medications into the trash instead of down the drain, but they can end up in the water anyway.


2010 Facility of the Year Awards (FOYA) Winners Announced

Jan 11 2010 | News

Five pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities constructed in Singapore, Ireland, and the USA have been selected as Category Winners in the sixth annual Facility of the Year Awards (FOYA) program sponsored by ISPE, INTERPHEX, and Pharmaceutical Processing magazine.

Time for a Change in Pharmaceutical Process Cooling?New Technology Can Greatly Reduce Water, Energy Use

Nov 10 2009 | Articles

Recent regulatory rumblings suggest it may be time for pharmaceutical processors to take a closer look at their use of water resources. Two federal studies released in 2009 reflect increasing scrutiny of the impact manufacturers including drug companies have on the water supply.

Roche Basel's MAB95 Facility Named 2009 Facility of the Year Award Overall Winner

Nov 9 2009 | News

ISPE, a global not-for-profit association of 24,000 technical professionals working in the

Genzyme Named to Dow Jones Sustainability World and North American Indexes

Oct 2 2009 | News

Genzyme Corporation announced today that it was included on both the 2009 Dow Jones Sustainability World Index and North American Index.

Go Green And Save Green: Top 5 Ways for Manufacturers to Drive Productivity & Energy Efficiency

Go Green And Save Green: Top 5 Ways for Manufacturers to Drive Productivity & Energy Efficiency

Apr 21 2009 | Articles

According to the U.S. Department of Energy, the industrial sector has long been the country's largest energy user, currently representing more than one-third of the country's total energy consumption. With this in mind, manufacturers across the United States must identify sustainable energy solutions that will drive efficiencies

Blogs

When Is Software The Answer To Regulatory Concerns About Your Investigations?

When Is Software The Answer To Regulatory Concerns About Your Investigations?

Jan 30 | John Ager, Technical Consultant, Life Science, Kepner-Tregoe, Inc

Document management software enables investigators to present the information used to reach conclusions clearly and concisely and it helps reviewers to track and approve investigations.

The Benefits of Professional Project Management

The Benefits of Professional Project Management

Jan 13 | Thorsten Vammen, Director at GEA Liquid Processing in Skanderborg, Denmark

Some companies feel that they can project manage new processing facilities themselves, bringing in sub-contracted help only when it’s needed. Self-managing is possible, but there may be a better way.

Multimedia

Government Seeking $1T Campaign Against Alzheimer's

Government Seeking $1T Campaign Against Alzheimer's

Jan 18 | Video

Government advisors tried to set priorities for a national campaign to treat and manage Alzheimer's disease, which is projected to cost more than a trillion dollars in care by 2050. But as Dr. Jon LaPook reports, the plan does not include any funding.

ADHD Drugs in Short Supply

ADHD Drugs in Short Supply

Jan 11 | Video

Parents of children with attention deficit disorders are forced to travel from pharmacy to pharmacy in search of prescription medicines with no guarantees they will be available.

Study: Link Between Statins And Diabetes

Study: Link Between Statins And Diabetes

Jan 10 | Video

A recent study reveals that women who take statins may have a greate chance of developing diabetes.

Avastin Shows Promise in Fight Against Ovarian Cancer

Avastin Shows Promise in Fight Against Ovarian Cancer

Jan 5 | Video

Two recent studies show that Avastin, already approved for other cancers - but still controversial, could help women buy more time in their fight against ovarian cancer.

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