article thumbnail

Study shows that bioprinted artificial skin can be used in cosmetics and drugs testing

Medical Xpress

Bioengineered artificial skin has become an increasingly important and reliable platform for researchers to test the safety and efficacy of drugs and cosmetics. The most promising technologies for production of in vitro models include 3D bioprinting. It can be produced on a large scale and is a good substitute for animal testing.

article thumbnail

US FDA Medical Device Applications

ProRelix Research

As per Section 201(h)(1) of the Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, a device is an instrument, apparatus, implement, machine, contrivance, implant, in vitro reagent, or other similar or related article, […] The post US FDA Medical Device Applications appeared first on ProRelix Research.

Reagent 52
Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Transforming Biomanufacturing: Potential of Cell Free Systems

Roots Analysis

Overview of Cell Free Systems Cell-free systems are ­in-vitro platforms which allow occurrence of biochemical reactions in the absence of living cells. In addition to the healthcare industry, other industries, such as food industry, cosmetics industry and enzyme synthesis industry, are also benefiting from the cell free manufacturing process.

Protein 52
article thumbnail

HP&M is Pleased to Welcome Lisa Baumhardt (Senior Medical Device Regulation Expert) and Sophia Gaulkin (Associate) to the Firm

FDA Law Blog

Baumhardt provides counsel to medical device, in vitro diagnostic, and combination product manufacturers on a wide range of pre- and post-marketing regulatory topics. Baumhardt , MS, MJ, MT(ASCP), RAC, FRAPS, has joined the firm as a Senior Medical Device Regulation Expert, and that Sophia Gaulkin has joined the firm as an Associate.

article thumbnail

Cell Free System market: Current Landscape, Growth Opportunities and Future Market Outlook

Roots Analysis

On the other hand, cell free system / cell free expression system are ­in-vitro platforms that harness the transcription and translation machinery of living cells, in the form of cell lysates, to synthesize various types of biologics, particularly proteins. Interestingly, most of these kits are used for cell-free protein expression.

article thumbnail

A VALID Argument: Proposed Legislation Would Reshape Regulation of Diagnostics

FDA Law Blog

Javitt — For many years, one of the most controversial topics in device regulation has been the dual-track oversight of in vitro diagnostics (IVDs) and laboratory developed tests (LDTs). The bill creates a new category, called In Vitro Clinical Tests (IVCTs), which encompasses both distributed IVD products and laboratory tests.

article thumbnail

New IFPMA and EFPIA guidance on use of social media by the pharmaceutical industry

pharmaphorum

These risks have resulted in many companies being found in breach of self-regulatory codes, and a view that an increasingly narrow interpretation was being taken by authorities. What is the scope of the Guidance? Companies should ensure key words are appropriate and do not constitute unauthorised promotion to the public.