Don’t miss our top Podcasts of 2020! I have compiled a list of our most popular 15 Podcasts for 2020 in alphabetical order.

A Look Towards the Future of 3D Cell Culture – A panel discussion

In this podcast, we conducted a panel discussion with experts from Corning about the current applications for Spheroids and Organoids and what the future holds for 3D cell culture.

Applications and Impact of CRISPR/CAS9 in Bioprocessing

In this podcast, we conducted a panel discussion with experts from WuXi Biologics about one of the great technology advancements of the last decade, CRISPR/Cas9 technology.  We discussed the technology’s potential and in particular its possibilities in the discovery and development of biopharmaceuticals. We also conducted a deep dive on its potential impact on bioprocessing and biomanufacturing.

Balancing Risk, Cost and Speed During Clinical Development While Still Maintaining Quality

In this podcast, we talked with Thierry Cournez Vice President, BioReliance® End-to-End Solutions, MilliporeSigma.. We discussed effective ways for emerging biotechs to collect material quickly and cost-effectively for pre-clinical and clinical studies. We also discussed managing the need to move quickly with cost and quality.

Bi-Specific Antibodies – The development, manufacture and promise of these cutting-edge therapeutics

In this podcast, we conducted a panel discussion with experts from Selexis and KBI Biopharma on bi-specific antibodies. We examined bi-specific antibody development and manufacturing, including current challenges and key solutions. We also discussed the promise of these cutting-edge therapeutics and their future in medicine.

The Challenge of Staying Current with Regulatory Changes – How one company is providing a solution

In this podcast, we talked with Ken Chen, MBA, Senior Director, Regulatory Affairs, WuXi Biologics about staying current with regulatory changes. We discussed how WuXi Biologics recently began publishing a quarterly summary of regulatory updates on new or revised guidance documents from the various global regulatory agencies and how this is a valuable resource for anyone in the biological drug development arena.

Computer Aided Biology Platform Helps Companies Meet the Challenges of 21st Century Biomanufacturing

In this podcast, we interviewed Markus Gershater, Chief Scientific Officer with Synthace about computer aided biology and how it addresses several common biomanufacturing challenges. We also discussed ways to build a common culture between science and software.

Demystifying the FBS Selection Process – A guide for evaluating product quality, origination and cost consideration

In this podcast, we talked with Chris Scanlon, Global Marketing Development Manager at Thermo Fisher Scientific about how to effectively evaluate which FBS product is right for each application. This includes weighing product quality levels and country of origin. Chris also shares strategies for maximizing purchasing options and new FBS products on the horizon.

Mesenchymal Stem Cell Culture – Challenges and solutions for isolation, expansion and maintenance

In this podcast, we interview Dr. Jennifer Chain, Scientific Director of Research and Development, Oklahoma Blood Institute,  about the isolation of mesenchymal stem cells form cadaveric bone marrow and the differences between live and cadaveric donors.

Multistem – A Stable, Off-the Shelf Regenerative Medicine Has Demonstrated Promise in Treating Patients with Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome or ARDS

In this podcast, we talked with Dr. Gil Van Bokkelen, Chairman and CEO, Athersys about recent clinical breakthroughs in regenerative medicine and manufacturing challenges. We also discussed Multistem and how it has been demonstrated to help patients with ARDS (Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome).

New Lab Set Up – Best Practices for a Successful Start

In this podcast, we spoke with Dr. Ann Rossi Bilodeau, Senior Bioprocess Applications Scientist and Dr. Catherine Siler, Field Applications Scientist both with Corning Life Sciences, who shared insightful tips for setting up a new lab. We discussed how to create a lab plan, maximize lab space, stay within budget and timelines. They also shared their experience in implementing lab safety and training as part of the new lab launch.

Non-Animal Origin cell culture supplements and manufacturing aids for biologics manufacturing

In this podcast, we talked with Dr. Tobias Hertzig, Regulatory Affairs Manager and Dr. Ulrich Tillmann, Global Product Manager, Supplements and Manufacturing Aids both representing Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany. We discussed non-animal origin cell culture media supplements, including regulatory advantages, performance metrics and their use in biologics manufacturing.

Optimizing Protein Expression and Purification using Mass Spectrometry Analysis

In this podcast, we conducted a panel discussion with experts from Peak Proteins on common protein challenges and the use of mass spec to overcome expression and purification issues. We also discussed how mass spec can also be utilized in working with complex proteins and in-process modifications.

Rapid At-line Media Analyzer Speeds Process Development by Eliminating Analytics Bottleneck

In this podcast, we talked with Dr. Glenn Harris, Director of Integrated Life Sciences Platforms at 908 Devices, about the benefits and challenges of implementing rapid media analysis in process development, including the bottleneck created by outsourcing samples to core labs. We also discussed an easy to implement, benchtop media analyzer that permits comprehensive media analysis in real-time, thus speeding process development efforts.

Reducing Fill Risk in Drug Product Manufacture Utilizing New State-of-the-Art Systems and Platforms

In this podcast we talked with DQ Wang, PhD, and Vice President, Formulation, Fill and Finish of WuXi Biologics about their DP4 multi-product fill & finish facility featuring the Vanrx SA25 robotic, gloveless, isolator-based filling system. The system significantly reduces drug product fill risk and provides greater aseptic assurance. The facility is the first in China to use this technology platform and the system fits perfectly with “scale-out” manufacturing paradigms. This highly-flexible platform can easily transition between various Container Closure Systems (CCS) such as vials, pre-filled syringes and cartridges including the new Ready-To-Use (RTU) formats.

Solving the challenges of standardizing cell counting to ensure reproducibility in experiments, assays and manufacturing processes

Cell counting is a challenging technique, with many pitfalls, that can delay entire projects. We talk with Christian Berg about how new technologies are solving these challenges and enabling standardization of cell counting across organizations.