Sartorius, an international supplier of pharma and laboratory equipment, will be hosting a scientific symposium in Hyderabad next month.

The invitation-only event, Sartorius Science Summit, will feature the latest technologies and advancements in the field and networking opportunities to the scientist and researchers community in the life science industry.

‘We, at Sartorius support the biopharmaceutical and life science research industries to develop and manufacture medications from the first idea to production. With our innovative research tools, automated analytical instruments, bio-manufacturing and purification solutions, we aim to make your drug discovery and production simpler, faster, and more sustainable,” said Abhijit Ghosh, Head of Sales for LPS India and SAARC.

The Summit will showcase the latest lab product solutions, from the new ultrahigh precision lab weighing balance, to the next generation automated liquid handling solutions from electronic pipettes, non-contact liquid handlers with unparalleled accuracy, as well as various cell and protein analysis platforms for characterising cell phenotype and function and tracking complex biological processes.

There will also be expert talks on topics such as revolutionising weighing processes, speeding up bioprocess development to democratising biologics drug development.

This summit is tailored for scientists, chemists, and laboratory professionals working in key industries such as pharmaceuticals, biopharma, food research, and chemicals.

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Eminence Business Media’s third edition of the Cleaning Validation program, was recently held at Radisson Blu, Mumbai International Airport on August 24-25, 2023. This programme addressed critical cleaning validation bottleneck issues and provided the attendees with an engaging and solution-oriented experience.

The conference began with a warm welcome from Guneet Kaur Hayer, MD of Eminence Business Media, setting the stage for an exceptional two-day educational journey focused on quality. Dr Damodharan Muniyandi from Sai Lifesciences delivered the keynote address, shedding light on the key challenges of cleaning validation while emphasising the regulatory perspective. Industry experts such as Dr Jitender Khurana, Abhijit Kulkarni from Lupin, and Sanjeev Mahajan from Cadila Pharma led sessions covering topics like validation master plans, toolkit requirements, and equipment qualification in multi-product manufacturing facilities. A case study-solving session on Cleaning Validation 483s was moderated by Amit Verma from GSK. The conference also featured international experts like Thomas Altmann from Ecolab, who led live example-based workshops on technical subjects such as cleaning procedures and cleaning frequency.

On the second day of the conference, Igor Gorsky from Valsource conducted a workshop focusing on technical topics like acceptance criteria limits, sampling plans, and quality risk management approaches. The day also included a session on cleaning validation in nitrosamines, led by Dr Praveen Cherukupalli from Innovare Labs

The program’s uniqueness extended to a third follow-up virtual day on September 2, dedicated to facilitating ongoing learning and addressing doubts. Experts, including Dr David Vincent from VTI Life Sciences, Mala Mohan from Cipla, and Thomas Altmann from Ecolab, participated in the virtual day session and concluded the conference with a panel discussion.

Partners like Pragvas and FDAlytics had the opportunity to interact with delegates by present innovative solutions to tackle cleaning validation challenges faced by the pharma industry.

The programme concluded with a special stand-up performance by Shweta Mantri from Atypical Advantage.

Eminence Business Media plans to announce the dates for the fourth edition of Cleaning Validation 2024: A Practical Approach, so stay tuned for updates on their LinkedIn page and event website.

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PURIFY’23 will be held at ITC Kohenur in Hyderabad on November 7, 2023. Gain insights from diverse perspectives that are shaping the future of chromatography purification.

Why Attend

• In-depth discussions on key topics, including:

– Demystifying the complexity of Oligo Nucleotide Business
– Investing in right technologies imperative for business growth
– AI, a Disruptor/Enabler?

• Network with 300+ delegates enthusiastic about advancing their knowledge in chromatography purification.

• Renowned speakers will share their wisdom and experience, guiding through the latest trends and innovations in the field

• Asia’s only forum dedicated to Chromatography Purification

• PURIFY’23 is set to be the largest conclave ever conducted by PURIFY

• Global launches will redefine the way we approach chromatography purification

• A diverse exhibit display featuring over 35 companies showcasing cutting-edge products and technologies.

• Limited seating! Secure your spot today and be a part of this exclusive event that the industry is eagerly awaiting.

  PURIFY’23 will elevate expertise and revolutionise your approach to chromatography purification. Register now at purifyconclaves.com to reserve your seat at PURIFY’23!

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The 17th edition of Food Ingredients (Fi India) along with the co-located 5th edition of ProPak India by Informa Markets in India commenced at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai. The Expos brought together top-tier suppliers of food and beverage ingredients and industry experts in research, development, production, and packaging, showcasing a diverse array of products and services.

The inauguration ceremony of these co-located B2B platforms was graced by esteemed dignitaries including Keith Kan, Consul and Senior Trade Commissioner, Consulate General of Canada; Dr Prabodh Halde, West Zone Chairman, All India Food Processors Association; Pawan Agarwal, CEO, Food Future Foundation, Ex-CEO FSSAI; AVPS Chakravarthy, Global Ambassador, WPO; Jitha KK, Joint Director, FSSAI, West Region, Mumbai; Nilesh Lele, President, Chamber for Advancement of Small and Medium Businesses (CASMB); Umesh Kamble, President, The Association of Food Scientists and Technologists (India) Mumbai Chapter; Ajit Singh, President, Health Foods and Dietary Supplements Association (HADSA); Chandra Sekhar, President Indian Flexible Packaging & Folding Carton Manufacturers Association; Sagar Kurade, MD, Suman Food Consultants, Dr Chinmayee Deulgaonkar, MD, FoodChain ID India; Sanjay Sethi, Executive Director, The Plant Based Foods Industry Association, Subhaprada Nishtala, Director In charge of the ITC-FSAN, Dr Nilesh Amritkar, President Designate, Association of Food Scientists and Technologists (India) & MD, Envirocare Labs.

Dr Nilesh Amritkar, President Designate, Association of Food Scientists and Technologists (India) & Managing Director, Envirocare Labs said, “We’re honored to commend Fi India’s remarkable 17-year journey. AFSTI’s active engagement with Fi India has fostered vital industry, regulatory, and academic connections. Through this collaboration, we’ve united experts, regulators, and educators in enriching conferences and initiatives.”

AVPS Chakravarthy, Global Ambassador WPO said, “The synergy between the packaging and food industries drives innovation in both realms. Globally, the packaging industry stands at $1.1 trillion, with food packaging comprising around $350 billion, projected to rise to $550 billion. The focus on sustainable packaging is evident at ProPak India, showcasing pioneering solutions.”

Jitha KK, Joint Director, FSSAI, West Region, Mumbai, said, “FSSAI has transitioned from traditional enforcement to a self-compliance approach, prioritizing a science-based foundation. As the food industry evolves with innovations in ingredients and packaging, FSSAI plays a critical role in ensuring their safety.”

Reportedly, this year’s editions witnessed impressive participation, with over 230 exhibitors and more than 1000 renowned brands in Fi India, while ProPak India also saw the participation of 85 exhibitors and over 300 well-known brands.

The key exhibitors at Fi India include Brenntag Ingredients India, Synthite Industries, IMCD India, K.P. Manish Global Ingredients, Ingredion India, Azelis (India), Kerry Ingredients India, Biomed ingredients, Rettenmaier India, Spices Board, Mane Kancor Ingredients, Morinaga Nutritional Foods (Asia Pacific), Palsgaard A/S, Nexira, Exberry by GNT, Norex Flavours, Gujarat Enterprise, Flavaroma Flavours and Fragrances, VKL Seasoning, Hexagon Nutrition, Scope Ingredients, Symega Food Ingredients, Sudeep Nutrition and many more. Concurrently, ProPak includes key companies such as Bry Air Asia, Serac Packaging Solution, Glatt India, Antares Vision India, Galaxy Sivtek, Hilda Automation, Holostik India, Mitsubishi Chemicals India, Mosca India Packaging, Konica Minolta, Dase Sing Packaging Technology, Enerparc Energy and many more. The expos witnessed participation from international exhibitors representing countries including the Netherlands, Denmark, France, Belgium, the US, Poland, Japan, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Thailand.

Sagar Kurade, MD, Suman Food Consultants shared, “In the wake of the COVID era, Food Industry seeks to reemerge and thrive. Fi India and ProPak India are pivotal events, enabling vital connections between industry and clients, and fostering growth and innovation. Despite the pandemic, India attracted 3000 crores in FDI and exported $27 billion in food products in 2021, underscoring the sector’s potential.”

The expos are primarily supported by industry associations such as the Association of Food Scientists & Technologists (INDIA) (AFSTi Mumbai Chapter); All India Food Processors’ Association (AIFPA); Authentication Solution Providers’ Association (ASPA); SIES School of Packaging;, Indian Flexible Packaging and Folding Carton Manufacturers Association (IFCA) and Health Foods and Dietary Supplements Association (HADSA), Chamber For Advancement of Small and Medium Business (CASMB) and international support from Mintel and Innova Market Insights India.

Yogesh Mudras, MD, Informa Markets in India, at Fi India and ProPak India, said, “Fi India and ProPak India Expos bring together the best minds and innovations from the food ingredients and food packaging industries. These industries are the backbone of the food cycle ensuring that consumers have access to safe, nutritious, and appealing food products. Moreover, we are witnessing a historic moment in India’s agricultural and processed food sectors, as Fi India and ProPak India set the stage to boost the growth of these sectors. With agricultural and processed food exports soaring to a record-breaking $26.3 billion in 2022-23 as compared to FY22, the potential of these sectors is undeniable.”

The event also featured a dedicated ‘Sustainability Square’, a specialised zone within the venue that highlights the importance of sustainability in packaging. It served as a hub for exhibitors, engaging presentations, and interactive activities focused on promoting sustainable packaging practices and innovative solutions.

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Event: LPC 175 Conclave: Mumbai

Organiser: Live Pharma Coalition

Theme: Future of Pharma: Challenges & Opportunities

Date: September 3, 2023

Time: 09:00 am – 05:30 pm

Venue: Auditorium, SIES School of Business Studies, Nerul, Navi Mumbai

Speakers

• Yogesh Kaushal, President, Alkem Laboratories
• OP Singh, Global CEO, Akums Drugs
• Venugopal Vijayendran, President, Intas Pharma
• Shahbaz Alam, President, Pharma Ratna
• Manoj Saxena, MD, Bayer India & SE Asia
• Dilip Singh Rathore, President India Business, JB Pharma
• Gagan Atreja, President, Eris Pharma
• Shaik Barak Tulla, Sr VP Acute Cluster, Cipla
• Debashis Sarkar, Sr VP & Head-Emerging Markets, Aurobindo
• Sharique Khan, Sr VP, ArEx labs
• Arun Kumar, President, Indcheime Health Specialities
• Ramesh Juneja, Founder & Director, KareerSity
• Archis Joshi, Commercial Head, Dr Reddy’s Laboratories
• Sushil Barkur, Sr VP, L&D OD & TM, Alkem Labs
• Amarendra Kumar, VP & Cluster Head, JB Pharma
• Rupak Rathore, GM HR & Training, Zydus Lifesciences

Partners

Event partner: CBO ERP Ltd

Media partner: Express Pharma

Streaming partner: Imagica Health

Digital partner: Scalvers

Knowledge partner: SIES School of Business Studies .

For more information & registration, contact: Yashwant Mishra at 9321118135 or Arpan at 9062378601

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CPHI, the global pharma exhibition, organised by Informa, will be held in Fiera Milano (Rho) from October 8-10, 2024. It will be hosted in the city of Milan for the second time in three years in recognition of the massive pharma ingredients and manufacturing industry in the region.

Italy is one of Europe’s largest producers and exporters of ingredients – around 85 per cent are exported to North America, the EU and Japan – with the Milan region at the centre of its pharma base. In fact, there are over 50 facilities in the Lombardy region alone, with contract manufacturers continuing to grow quickly.

The annual CPHI event is an ideal platform to build networks, meet existing partners, and learn about the latest trends for the pharma industry. A company statement informed that the 2024 event is expected to see a record attendance, with a large number of international visitors and a rapid increase in attendees from the major Asian pharma hubs.

Roberto Foresti, Deputy GM of Fiera Milano, commented, “Fiera Milano is the ideal venue for a global event like CPHI, which is an important tenet of this industry and central to the world economy, with the Lombardy region being a leading producer of pharmaceuticals. We make the venue’s considerable services and resources available to CPHI Milan. What makes Milan so attractive is that the city has world-class infrastructure and is well connected to European, Asian, and North American countries. It’s why Fiera Milano continues to attract massive international events.

“We are delighted to be returning to Fiera Milano, as Italy and the Lombardy region are widely known as one of the key pharma manufacturing centres in Europe. There are very few global locations with such a depth and breadth of local and regional talent. We expect a large international attendance and will marry this with local and regional manufacturing insights. I am excited to bring CPHI – the heart of pharma – back together with the industry in Milan,” commented Adam Andersen Executive Vice President, Pharma at Informa.

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PharmaTechnologyIndex.com Pvt. Ltd and Drug Marketing & Manufacturing Association (DMMA) are organising the 15^th edition of PharmaTech Expo and LabTech Expo from August 25-27, 2023 at Helipad Exhibition Centre, Sector 17, Gandhinagar. It is a premier event dedicated to pharma innovation, technology and knowledge.

PharmaTech Expo brings together the pharma machinery, lab, analytical and packaging equipment, formulation, nutraceuticals, APls, chemical, ingredients, wellness, excipients, fragrance and cosmetic manufacturers and the stakeholders from the industry value chain for knowledge sharing and networking with executives, heads of R&D, purchase, manufacturing, operations and supply chain management from the ecosystem of the pharma industry.

This exhibition offers a platform which helps the industry to connect, network and interact with pharma professionals from all over country.

This trade fair will showcase pharma products, machinery and technological innovation to buyers from various countries including India, China, US and Germany which are major markets for this sector. According to the organisers, there will be a new special pavilion on pumps, valves, pipes and fittings this year. There will another pavilion on formulations, nutraceuticals, cosmetics, APIs, chemicals, ingredients, wellness, excipients, cosmetics and fragrance.

This three-day program will comprise and exhibition, Reverse Buyer Seller Meet (RBSM), technical seminars and conference, thereby providing a platform for the industry players to understand current issues and opportunities in the pharma sector.

“The successful deliverance of the past 14 events, including three at Indore, four at Ahmedabad, one at Gandhinagar, five successive events at Chandigarh and one at Mumbai, as well as the patronage of our repeat and new exhibitors has persuaded us to organise sequential events. We are encouraged by the response and feedback to the previous events”, say the organisers.

Salient features

The exhibition will span 25000 square meters and consist of more than 400 exhibitors displaying machinery and equipment for producing drugs and pharma products. While about 15000 visitors are expected at the event, more than 400 companies across India are expected to exhibit their products. The key highlights are:

• A seminar on “Pragmatic VISION On Pharmaceutical And Allied Industry” has been organised along with exhibition at the venue.
• Indo-Africa Chamber of Commerce and Industry (IACCI), along with PharmaTech Expo, are organising a Reverse Buyer-Seller Meet concurrently with the event and bringing in buyers from African countries including BENIN REPUBLIC, Ethiopia, Ghana, Lesotho, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Tanzania, TOGO, Uganda. There will be one to one meeting with entrepreneurs / industrialists from African countries.
• Major organisations in the field including Food and Drug Control Administration (Gujarat State), Indo African Chamber of Commerce & Industry (IACCI), the Council of EU Chambers of Commerce in India (Mumbai), National Small Industries Corporation Limited (NSIC}, Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO), Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) and other industrial houses have given consent as support organisations / sponsors to the event.

This event will give an exhibitor a huge platform to establish and enhance business by meeting active suppliers looking for collaboration with the Indian pharma and healthcare market. Meeting new investors and fellow businessmen from the same fraternity would be a win-win situation for both parties.

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The Pharma Computer Software Assurance 2023 conference’s third edition was recently held at Novotel Mumbai, Juhu Beach, on 22-23 June, 2023. 

The conference commenced with a Keynote address from Guneet Kaur Hayer, MD, Eminence Business Media. It was follwed by a panel discussion titled “CSV or CSA? CSV to CSA? CSV is CSA?”, moderated by Ken Shitamoto. The panelists for this discussion included Francisco Vicenty from USFDA, Dr Mayur Parmar from Govt of Gujarat, Ravi Kalla from Anthem Biosciences, and Sanjeev Dharwadkar from Pharma Tech Consulting. This session explored various aspects of CSA and CSV approaches in the pharma industry, providing insights from a regulatory as well as manufacturing perspective.

A “Fireside Chat” with Vicenty followed the panel discussion, which enabled the audience to interact and ask questions to the FDA. The day continued with a session delivered by Deepa Pangaonkar from Wockhardt, on “Quality Testing and Evidence” within CSA and CSV. Vivek Bansal from Biological E. then led a session on “Change Control and Change Management,” to explain the transition from CSV to CSA.

During the conference, partners such as Persistent Systems, Techsol Life Sciences, RxCloud, Rephine, and Conval Group participated in a networking session. Additionally, Kalla designed a process activity for the delegates, promoting collaboration and emphasising the importance of unified systems.

The second day of the conference commenced with a session on Digital Validation Systems by Khaled Moussally from Compliance Group. This session highlighted the significance of going paperless and explored various platforms offering practical solutions. Subsequent sessions focused on facilitating the transition from CSV to CSA. Shitamoto delivered a vital talk on Critical Thinking, followed by a session by Pranav Gadre from Reliance Life Sciences, who shared his experiences of working in IT and QA teams.

The latter half of the day concentrated on topics such as Industry 4.0 and Data Integrity Risk Assessment (DIRA) designed by Rajesh Thempadiyil from Dr Reddy’s Laboratories through a group exercise that stimulated discussions and generated vital takeaways.

The programme concluded with an activity designed to encourage delegates to ask questions in a rapid-fire fashion. The representatives debunked over 100 myths within 45 minutes.

Eminence Business Media plans to announce the dates for the fourth edition of the Computer Software Assurance in 2024, stay tuned for updates on their LinkedIn page and event website.

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The Indian Pharmaceutical Alliance (IPA) is all set to host the eighth edition of the Global Pharmaceutical Quality Summit (GPQS) from June 22-23, 2023 in Mumbai. The theme for this year’s annual flagship event is ‘Patient Centricity: New Paradigm of Manufacturing and Quality’.

The Summit aims to bring diverse stakeholders together, including global regulators, technical experts, and industry stakeholders on a common platform to discuss the key imperatives of operations and build on the Indian pharma industry’s quality and manufacturing agenda going forward.

Samir Mehta, President, IPA and Chairman, Torrent Indian Pharmaceuticals, will address during the inaugural session, which will be attended by stakeholders from government, industry, and global experts. This will be followed by the release of IPA’s Best Practices document.

The Summit will witness speakers from key regulators such as DCGI, USFDA, MHRA, EDQM, and others as part of the conference, who will share their perspectives on observations on inspection, GMPs, global regulatory view, resilience in end-to-end operations, and increased focus on quality compliance and excellence. Furthermore, there are key technical sessions such as continuous manufacturing, nitrosamines impurities, digital analytics, and automation, among others.

Sudarshan Jain, Secretary General, Indian Pharmaceutical Alliance, said, “During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Indian pharma industry ensured an uninterrupted supply of quality-assured medicines to patients around the globe. India is now recognised as “The Pharmacy of the World”. Quality is a fundamental tenet of the pharma sector. IPA is committed to making India the global quality benchmark. The industry’s landscape is evolving at an unprecedented pace and hence we need to continuously invest in upgrading quality standards. 8^th GPQS summit is an effort by IPA to bring domain experts, global regulators, and industry at one platform to drive discussions on big priorities which aim to define the next decade for pharma operations and manufacturing”.

The knowledge partner for the summit is McKinsey & Company. The summit will conclude with a special panel discussion comprising CEOs of pharma companies such as Cipla, Dr Reddy’s, Lupin, Sun Pharma, and Zydus, to deliberate on Vision 2047 for the Indian pharma industry and the way forward.

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A workshop on Role of Councils to Facilitate Implementation of NEP 2020 was organised at Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research University, New Delhi on May 20, 2023 under the leadership of Honorable Vice-Chancellor Prof. Ramesh K. Goyal. He summarised in a very precise manner the highlights of NEP 2020 that plays a major role in implementation. This was the first such workshop where DPSRU invited representatives from various professional councils and domains for brainstorming on smooth implementation of NEP 2020.

Eminent personalities of various councils including Pharmacy Council of India (PCI), National Medical Commission (NMC), Physiotherapy council, AYUSH, Engineering, Law and Nursing joined in this brain storming session.

Dr. Montu M. Patel, President, Pharmacy Council of India was the Chief Guest of the event. Sharing that various steps have already been taken by the council for implementing NEP 2020, he opined that the  examination system needs to be rationalised and made effective for changing needs. Strategies need to be redefined for course wise entry and exit system. There should be appropriate representation of paramedicos in health care system. He was of the view that courses need to be designed with industry to increase professionalism.

Dr. Achal Gulati, Ex-President NMC was of the opinion that the NEP is only a policy, not a law and steps need to be taken appropriately. Dr. Shridhar Dwivedi, Chairman, Board of Governors and renowned cardiologist at National Heart Institute emphasised that Indian knowledge system also needs to be appropriately taken into consideration. Also, ethics of medical education to be inculcated in the medicos.

Dr. Arun Agarwal, of Physiotherapy Council reckoned that globalisation should be the motto while implementing NEP 2020. His outlook was that teacher education should be not be restricted to only juniors but also for the senior teachers as well.

Dr. V. P. Gupta of Physiotherapy recommended that theoretical education need to be converted into practical skill competency. He emphasised that cost of health care can be reduced.

Dr. Rajesh Jain, Chairman/Managing Director at Panacea Biotec and also Member, Board of Governors of DPSRU emphasised that happiness index is the most important factor and this should be considered while implementing any policy.

Dr. Tanuja M. Nesari, Director, All India Institute of Ayurveda and Ayurveda Ratna was of the viewl that AYUSH should be more experimental rather than theoretical. In a similar vein, Prof. Vibhu Sahani, Central Council member, PCI and Professor, LLR Medical College, Meerut said education needs to be more holistic and enjoyable.

Dr. H. R. Yadav, Amity University, Dr. Daisy Thomas (Nursing), Dr. K. C. Upadhayay former Vice Chancellor The M.S University of Baroda also shared their views. Registrar, DPSRU Dr. O. P. Shukla joined this workshop and provided administrative support throughout the event.

This workshop was successfully coordinated under the aegis of celebrations of India’s G20 Presidency celebrations by Event Coordinators Dr. Minakshi Garg, Associate Professor, Drug Regulatory Affairs and Dr. Saurabh Dahiya, G20 Nodal Officer and Associate Professor of Quality Assurance at DPSRU.

Other members who joined this workshop were Prof. P. K. Sahoo, Prof. Harvinder Popli, Dr. Geeta Agrawal, Dr. Rajiv Kumar, Dr. Sharad Wakode, Dr. Mahaveer Dhobi, Dr. Ajay Sharma, Dr. Prabodh Sharma, Dr. Vijender Kumar, Dr. Ajit Thakur, Dr. Amrita Parle, Dr. Sapna Dhiman among others. All the distinguished personalities including PCI President Dr. Montu Patel and Vice Chancellor Prof. R.K. Goyal were of the view that such workshops should be arranged at the national level and DPSRU would take steps to bring all thoughts and perceptions for implementation of NEP 2020 at a larger national level conference.

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