Pharmacognosy, Phytochemistry and Natural Products

Phytochemistry is the study of phytochemicals, which are chemicals derived from plants. Those studying phytochemistry strive to describe the structures of the large number of secondary metabolic compounds found in plants, the functions of these compounds in human and plant biology, and the biosynthesis of these compounds. Pharmacognosy is the study of plants or other natural sources as a possible source of drugs. The American Society of Pharmacognosy defines pharmacognosy as "the study of the physical, chemical, biochemical and biological properties of drugs, drug substances or potential drugs or drug substances of natural origin as well as the search for new drugsfrom natural sources

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2024 ISPE Facilities of the Future Conference

January 29-30, 2024 | USA

The 2024 ISPE Facilities of the Future Conference brings together pharmaceutical industry stakeholders, particularly those concerned with planning, designing, constructing, manufacturing, supplying, and assessing innovative “next generation” facilities and related pharmaceutical engineering innovations, processes, and practices.

AI x PHARMA x HEALTH 2024

March 27, 2024 | Finland

Welcome to learn about artificial intelligence (AI) and its transformative impact on the pharmaceutical industry and healthcare at AI x PHARMA x HEALTH 2024!

2024 ISPE Aseptic Conference

March 12-13, 2024 | Austria

In the constantly evolving field of pharmaceutical manufacturing, the imperative to embrace new technologies and innovative strategies for process control and efficiency is more pressing than ever before. Recent advancements in aseptic processing, such as advanced isolators, robotics, and increased automation, have transformed the industry whilst simultaneously reducing the risks of contamination for sterile products. However, modern therapies - innovative, targeted treatments that result in small-batch aseptic products - require faster speeds to market and present unique sterilization and handling challenges. This dichotomy presents unique challenges for the industry to address. Moreover, the updated Annex 1 is impacting the manufacturing of sterile products, necessitating updated requirements such as Quality Risk Management, Contamination Control Strategy, and Data Management and Compliance for Computerized Systems. In light of these urgent needs, the 2024 ISPE Aseptic Conference will provide an ideal opportunity for participants to share progress, success stories, best practices, and lessons learned. Get ahead of the game with a focus on novel therapies, emerging technologies, and aseptic processing. We look forward to seeing you in Vienna, Austria!

SmartLab Exchange Europe 2024

February 21-22, 2024 | Netherlands

The SmartLab Exchange brings together a select group of leading experts from across the smart laboratory space for innovative learning and thought-leadership discussions. This group of R&D/R&D IT, Manufacturing, and QA/QC experts will deliver a number of insightful sessions through inspiring keynotes, in-depth case studies and fireside chats, interactive panels, and intimate roundtables across two-days. In between the exclusive content sessions you will have limitless networking opportunities during peer-to-peer networking and coffee breaks in addition to two drinks receptions. Alongside this our consultative one-to-one business meetings between attendees and solution providers will be carefully scheduled throughout the two-days to meet your specific business needs.