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September 19, 2023

What is the difference between adeno-associated virus and adenovirus?

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Michael Mühlegger

The main difference between adeno-associated viral vectors (AAV) and adenoviral vectors (AVV) is their genetic makeup. AAV is composed of a single-stranded DNA viral vector, while adenoviral vectors consist of double-stranded DNA.

September 19, 2023

Types of viral vectors

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Michael Mühlegger

Various types of viral vectors are central to genetic research and medical advancements. These small carriers, obtained from various viruses, play an essential role in gene therapy and beyond. In this exploration, we will examine different types, the applications, unique attributes, and the complex terrain of producing viral vectors.

September 19, 2023

AAV production & efficiency improvements with single-use technology

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Mike Marciniak

With adeno-associated virus being a popular viral vector, along with a growing interest in gene therapies, there is an increased need for cost-effective vector manufacturing technologies and viral vector production platforms for human gene therapy products.

September 18, 2023

Adeno-Associated Virus (AAV) for gene therapy

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Mike Marciniak

The adeno-associated virus (AAV) is a very popular viral vector with great potential available for gene delivery. This article explores AAV vectors, their role in gene therapy, and their associated advantages and disadvantages.

September 13, 2023

Optimizing pDNA production using advanced single-use technologies

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Mike Marciniak

Considering the widespread need for efficient pDNA production, the industry is seeking to improve the current manufacturing process. In this article, we will discover how single-use technologies can contribute to pDNA manufacturing optimizations.

September 13, 2023

Plasmid DNA manufacturing companies – market overview

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Mike Marciniak

In this article, we will give an overview of the pDNA manufacturing market – not only taking a look at the dry figures, but also highlighting the services that are offered by important plasmid DNA manufacturing companies.

September 13, 2023

What is the function of plasmid DNA?

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Michael Mühlegger

Plasmid DNA fulfills several functions in bacteria, but they are also widely used in the biopharma sector. In this article, we will uncover their key functions.

September 12, 2023

Plasmid DNA manufacturing: The process simply explained

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Michael Mühlegger

The pDNA manufacturing process is multifaceted yet essential in the biopharmaceutical industry. Here, we will describe the process step by step.

September 7, 2023

What is a plasmid?

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Michael Mühlegger

Plasmids are part of the genetic material in bacteria, complementing chromosomal DNA with additional functions. But there is much more to plasmids, as you can read in this article.

September 7, 2023

Plasmid DNA – 7 facts about pDNA

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Michael Mühlegger

Plasmid DNA is not only found in bacteria, but also ubiquitous in biotechnology. In this article, we have collected 7 interesting facts on pDNA.

September 6, 2023

Sustainable Freezing in Biopharma: An Exploration of Natural Gas Usage

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Alexander Fuchs

In the biopharmaceutical sector, the utilization of F-Gases is on a decline. However, the need for cryopreservation of drug substances will remain. In order to contribute to a more environmentally friendly freezing of drugs, more sustainable technologies need to be developed and applied. But is sustainable freezing even possible?

September 4, 2023

Start Pharma 4.0: Examples to Advance Ultra-Cold Storage of Drug Substances

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Alexander Fuchs

Innovative manufacturers are striving for operational excellence in as many areas of bioprocessing as possible. In return,a standardized and fully automated processes contribute to cost efficiency, patient safety, and sustainability in biomanufacturing.