Newsletter | October 13, 2026

10.13.26 -- Bravo, FDA For Retiring 'Animal Testing' In Favor Of 'Nonclinical'

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Bravo, FDA For Retiring 'Animal Testing' In Favor Of 'Nonclinical'

HHS is advancing human-based drug research through new FDA terminology, NIH infrastructure, CDC studies, and ARPA-H tools that reduce reliance on animal testing.

 

How AI-Powered Automation Is Redefining Pharmaceutical R&D

The autonomous lab is not a distant aspiration but a present-day competitive differentiator.

Fragment-Based Drug Discovery 2.0, Part 1: Faster, Cleaner Weak-Binding Hit Discovery

This article examines the advances in ¹⁹F NMR, ultra-high-field instrumentation, and contrast-engineered screening.

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Silyl Ether Linkers For Hydroxyl-Bearing Payload Conjugates

Discover an innovative approach to drug conjugation that expands the range of molecules suitable for targeted therapies while preserving their biological activity and enabling controlled drug release.

 

Streamlined Digital PCR (dPCR) Workflow For Lentiviral QC

Examine a streamlined dPCR-based workflow for precise lentiviral vector quantification to support safer, more consistent cell and gene therapies through accurate genome titer, VCN, and RCL assessment.

 

Streamlining The Path To Phase 1 For Challenging APIs

A comprehensive approach to evaluating drug molecules for the selection of a lead solid form and formulation can significantly accelerate development timelines and limit risks in later development.

 

What Is EPR Spectroscopy? Principles, Spin Labeling, And DEER In Proteins

Capturing dynamic biomolecular motion remains crucial for research. EPR spectroscopy delivers ensemble distance distributions to resolve flexible states in complex protein systems.

 

What Matters More In DNA-Encoded Libraries?

DELs can screen billions of compounds, but library quality determines meaningful results. See how thoughtful design shapes early decisions that influence which drug candidates move forward.

 

Increasing Bioavailability With Amorphous Solid Dosage Formulations

Uncover the challenges associated with pH-dependent solubility for oral tyrosine kinase inhibitor drugs and how leveraging ASD formulation can help create more effective, patient-friendly drug products.

 

Advancing Complex Drugs From Development To Clinical Manufacturing

The increasing complexity of the drugs currently in clinical development has created mounting pressure for companies hoping to surmount the myriad challenges that typify these therapeutic modalities.

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