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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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

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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.

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Separating the Hype from the Hyperbole Surrounding FDORA’s Alternatives to Animal Testing under the FD&C Act

FDA Law Blog

The law defines this term to mean “a test conducted in vitro, in silico, or in chemico, or a nonhuman in vivo test that occurs before or during the clinical trial phase of the investigation of the safety and effectiveness of a drug.” Tobolowsky & Charles G. FDORA § 3209(a)(1). FDORA § 3209(a)(2). 42 U.S.C. § 262(k)(2)(A)(i)(I).

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HP&M Files Comments Opposing FDA’s Proposed LDT Rule

FDA Law Blog

The Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act simply did not confer that power upon FDA. Part 11, the need to hire new laboratory personnel, and engage outside experts such as Contract Research Organizations, biostatisticians, lawyers, and software engineers. Javitt — On Monday, Hyman, Phelps & McNamara, P.C.