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BioNTech Unveils the BioNTainer, a Modular mRNA Vaccine Factory to Help Production in Africa

XTalks

BioNTech announced its new vaccine manufacturing approach in Africa where the company will ship modular factories, called the BioNTainer, to the continent to enable domestic production of the vaccines to help increase supplies. Related: BioNTech to Build First mRNA Vaccine Production Plant in Africa. Photo source: BioNTech.

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Warning of counterfeit ivermectin tablets sold via social media

Sciensano

Investigations show that these counterfeit ivermectin tablets are systematically underdosed or seriously contaminated with bacteria. The FAMHP and Sciensano are warning about counterfeit ivermectin tablets that are being used for self-medication against COVID -19. These tablets are regularly found in postal packages to this day.

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BioNTech introduces first modular mRNA manufacturing facility to promote scalable vaccine production in Africa

The Pharma Data

BioNTech SE (Nasdaq: BNTX, “BioNTech”) has taken a next step to improve vaccine supply in Africa. The company has introduced its approach to establishing scalable vaccine production by developing and delivering turnkey mRNA manufacturing facilities based on a container solution.

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Quality by design with a focus on biosimilars

Pharmaceutical Technology

For companies in the US, if the results show bioequivalence, an abbreviated new drug application (ANDA) containing the results is sent to the FDA to review and potentially approve. Even minor amounts of biological contaminants in your sample could cause unwanted biological effects,” Dr Amiji says.

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Health Highlights: Dec. 30, 2020

The Pharma Data

Becomes First Country to Approve Covid-19 Vaccine From Oxford-AstraZeneca. Britain became the first country to give authorization to the coronavirus vaccine developed by AstraZeneca and the University of Oxford, The New York Times reported Wednesday. More Dangerous Mouthwashes and Hand Sanitizers Recalled. Shane Erickson Inc.

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Black Women’s Group Launches Lawsuit Against Johnson & Johnson Over Targeted Baby Powder Ads

XTalks

Johnson and Johnson has faced thousands of lawsuits over its iconic baby powder, which people claim the company knew for decades contained asbestos. Talc and asbestos are often found together in nature, which is why mined talc can contain the carcinogen. Related: AstraZeneca Prevails in EU COVID-19 Vaccine Lawsuit. “We

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Risk Assessment for use of Engineered Genetic Materials in Clinical Research

Advarra

The use of engineered genetic materials in clinical trials is rapidly expanding, with potential applications for genetic vaccines, gene-modified cellular therapies, and gene therapies. IPs containing engineered genetic materials may pose risks potentially not anticipated by the clinic’s standard infection control policies.