BUSINESS INSIGHTS, PHARMA TECH
Sumitovant Biopharma, Inc. | January 20, 2023
On January 19, 2023, Neochromosome, Inc., announced a partnership with Sumitovant Biopharma, Inc., a technology-driven biopharmaceutical firm expediting the discovery and commercialization of novel therapeutics.
This collaboration blends Neochromosome's neoYeast™ platform with Sumitovant's DrugOME™ computational ecosystem to identify new proteins that would benefit from non-canonical amino acid chemistries that are unavailable in nature.
As part of the collaboration, Sumitovant used a combination of natural language processing (NLP), artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and computational algorithms to identify opportunities for Neochromosome to enhance the discovery and production of proteins limited by evolution and traditional fabrication processes. For example, non-canonical amino acid inclusion allows new-to-nature proteins with improved structures and functions but often requires chemical synthesis, which is expensive, size- and complexity-restricted, and environmentally damaging.
neoYeast™, based on Neochromosome's world-leading genome-scale cell engineering technology stack, enables the highly efficient and environmentally friendly integration of non-canonical amino acids into proteins, with both discovery and manufacturing possible in a single genome-engineered yeast strain. Sumitovant used DrugOME to explore libraries of traditional and non-traditional sources of data to recommend targeted protein development candidates for neoYeast.
Co-Founder and CEO of Neochromosome, Leslie Mitchell, commented, "The combination of Sumitovant's technology platform and life-sciences expertise with Neochromosome's ability to both discover and biomanufacture novel proteins in a single system enables Neochromosome to accelerate and streamline the delivery of better therapies for patients." She added, "We are excited to partner with the world-class team at Sumitovant to identify opportunities to create better versions of existing drugs, along with new-to-nature compounds, and to manufacture them efficiently at scale."
(Source – Business Wire)
Sumitovant Biopharma, Inc.
The firm has supported the development of multiple FDA-approved products and a strong pipeline of early-through late-stage investigational assets addressing unmet needs in pediatrics, oncology, urology, women's health, specialty respiratory, and infectious diseases through its proprietary computing and data platforms, scientific expertise, and diverse company portfolio. It is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sumitomo Pharma.
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Dalton Pharma Services | February 17, 2023
On February 16, 2023, Dalton Pharma Services, a leading cGMP pharmaceutical firm, announced a significant strategic expansion of its sterile filling and pharmaceutical manufacturing capabilities. The capital expansion plan includes a brand-new, state-of-the-art, and fully automated cGMP sterile filling line that can fill syringes, vials and cartridges under isolator technology. The sterile fill line is integrated with a new cGMP lyophilizer to provide customers with complete sterile finished dosage form manufacturing capabilities.
In compliance with cGMP aseptic filling regulations, the newly launched sterile filling line supports small-scale commercial production to cater to the global market. Additionally, the capital expansion plan comprises further cGMP non-sterile powder filling capacity, enhanced multi-kilogram API manufacturing capabilities, and a better infrastructure for handling and storing organic solvents.
The company's capital expansion plan supports the goal of establishing it as a leading Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO). As part of the Seikagaku Group, Dalton's long-term strategy is to provide pharmaceutical and biotechnology customers with high-quality integrated drug discovery, development, and manufacturing services through its North American facility.
Dalton Pharma Services CEO Peter Pekos commented, "This major investment in the expansion of our sterile manufacturing capabilities enables us to meet the needs of our customers as their critical products advance to commercialization." He added, "It also represents a leap forward in both scale and technology for us, placing Dalton at the leading edge of sterile manufacturing capabilities."
(Source – PR Newswire)
About Dalton Pharma Services
Founded in 1986, Dalton is a leading contract pharmaceutical manufacturer that offers integrated chemistry, development, and manufacturing services to biotechnology and pharmaceutical clients worldwide. The company operates from a 42,000 sq. ft. facility where they provide cGMP manufacturing of APIs, sterile injectables, finished drug products, and solid oral dosage forms. It has the capability to produce APIs in gram-to-kilogram quantities, including sterile APIs, and supports clients at any stage of the regulatory process. Dalton's development services include analytical method development, formulation, and polymorphism screening, among others. Additionally, the company offers over 2,500 reference standards, building blocks, metabolites, and impurities via its Dalton Research Molecules business to support the industry's pharmaceutical research programs.
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ClinChoice | March 03, 2023
ClinChoice, a leading global clinical CRO, recently announced that it has acquired CROMSOURCE S.r.l., an ISO-certified full-service contract research organization. CROMSOURCE has its corporate headquarters in Verona, Italy, its US headquarters in Cary, NC, and subsidiaries in the US and seven countries throughout eastern and western Europe.
With a proven track record of providing excellent clinical research and staffing services to multinational pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device clients, CROMSOURCE's acquisition will strengthen ClinChoice's global network and further enhance its full-service capabilities.
ClinChoice is known for its commitment to providing high-quality services and timely delivery, resulting in the successful completion of clinical trials and functions, including regulatory, biometrics, safety, medical, and clinical operations across various sectors such as drug, medical devices, vaccines, cosmetics, and consumer health using both project-based and FSP models.
The company offers services covering the development lifecycle for biotechnology, pharmaceutical, consumer products and medical device companies worldwide. With a broad clientele ranging from the largest multinationals to startup and emerging companies, ClinChoice has completed over 1,500 clinical studies in various therapeutic areas such as CNS, oncology, ophthalmology, rare disease, respiratory and metabolic.
CROMSOURCE's acquisition was advised by Fairmount Partners, while Crosstree Capital represented ClinChoice.
About ClinChoice
ClinChoice is a leading global clinical CRO that provides comprehensive services to biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical device, and consumer products clients worldwide. With a successful 25-year track record, it is considered the standard for excellence in clinical operations, biostatistics, data management, CDISC, statistical programming, regulatory affairs, medical affairs, and pharmacovigilance. The company has established major delivery centers in Europe, the US, Canada, China, India, Japan, and the Philippines, employing over 3,000 people worldwide. ClinChoice has a strong and talented team and is expanding its clinical operations in seven countries across North America, Asia, and Europe.
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