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    1. Turning Data into Information: Making Sense of the Avalanche of Supply Chain and Production Data

      Explore Life Science Leader (Feb 1 2012) Pharmaceuticals

      The biomanufacturing and operations research experts at Bio-G describe how to deal with the staggering volumes of supply chain and production data. Data from DeltaV, PI, Rockwell, SAP, Excel plus LIMS and other systems are often in separate silos, and not readily accessible to all who need the valuable information that is contained in these datasets. In this whitepaper, we describe how to consolidate and visualize this data, and then convert it into actionable information that will drive quality initiatives, find bottlenecks and optimize the productive potential of the company's manufacturing assets. We invite you to register to download ... (Read Full Article)

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    2. Clinical Data Management Award Presented At SCDM 2011 Annual Conference

      Explore Life Science Leader (Sep 19 2011) Pharmaceuticals , LIMS

      The 2011 Society for Clinical Data Management (SCDM) conference wrapped up this past week in Baltimore. This year’s conference offered a variety of topics and preconference workshops of interest to clinical data management professionals. Dr. Gilles Gallant, VP of clinical oncology at Human Genome Sciences served as the conference’s keynote presenter getting the dual-track conference up and going. Topics of interest included sessions on data capture, adaptive design, tools and techniques for vendor management, and non-interventional studies, just to name a few. (Read Full Article)

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    3. BioFocus And University Of Bristol Enter Drug Discovery Collaboration In Chronic Pain

      Explore Life Science Leader (Jul 26 2010)

      BioFocus and the University of Bristol today announced a new drug discovery collaboration aimed at developing treatments for chronic pain associated with diabetes (diabetic neuropathic pain). BioFocus will provide hit-to-lead and lead optimization services for a Wellcome Trust funded program at the University of Bristol. Total contract value for BioFocus could exceed €3.3 million in research fees over two years. This work is supported by a Seeding Drug Discovery Award from the Wellcome Trust, to a team of researchers led by David Wynick, Professor of Molecular Medicine at the University of Bristol. The project aims to develop a new ... (Read Full Article)

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    4. PRA International Adds Senior VP of Late Phase Services

      Explore Life Science Leader (Jun 30 2010) Pharmaceuticals

      PRA International, a leading Clinical Research Organization (CRO), announced today the appointment of Hani S. Zaki as Senior Vice President of our Late Phase Services (LPS). Mr. Zaki will be responsible for all aspects of this group, which is focused on successful post‐approval activities. “PRA is very excited to be adding Mr. Zaki’s depth of industry expertise to our LPS team. Bringing someone of Hani’s caliber to an already strong team will further strengthen our ability to grow in this developing area,” said Steve Powell, Senior Vice President, Clinical Informatics Late Phase Services. “Hani joins PRA at ... (Read Full Article)

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    5. SaaS Model Turns LIMS Paradigm On Its Head

      Explore Life Science Leader (May 26 2010) Pharmaceuticals , 21 CFR Part 11

      SaaS Model Turns LIMS Paradigm On Its HeadLife Science Leader Magazine... about its drug compounds and biological samples is what drove one pharmaceutical laboratory to consider a SaaS-based LIMS. The lab performs stability ... (Read Full Article)

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    6. In-House vs. SaaS-Hosted LIMS

      Explore Life Science Leader (May 5 2010) FDA

      In-House vs. SaaS-Hosted LIMS: 5 Myths Debunked (Read Full Article)

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    7. Perceptive Informatics Enhances Medical Imaging Reporting To Faciliatet Greater Data-Driven Insights

      Explore Life Science Leader (Apr 20 2010) Pharmaceuticals

      Perceptive Informatics, a leading eClinical solutions provider and a subsidiary of PAREXEL International Corporation (NASDAQ: PRXL), today announced that it has expanded its leading medical imaging capabilities with an enhanced reporting solution. Perceptive is among the first to offer a reporting solution that incorporates the industry-standard performance metrics for imaging core labs, as defined by the Metrics Champion Consortium (MCC), allowing trial sponsors to track progress against MCC criteria. “The various stakeholder groups within imaging-based clinical programs have diverse informational needs, which Perceptive is committed to meeting by continually enhancing our technology capabilities. Clients can benefit from our powerful reporting ... (Read Full Article)

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    8. How Technology Can Aid In The Relationship Between Society, Regulators, And ...

      Explore Life Science Leader (Oct 27 2009) Pharmaceuticals , LIMS

      How Technology Can Aid In The Relationship Between Society, Regulators, And ...Life Science Leader MagazineReductions in regulatory approvals and new drug applications (ndas) combined with the impact of patent expiry on key blockbuster molecules present severe ...and more » (Read Full Article)

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    9. Thermo Fisher Scientific Delivers LIMS Solution to Canadian Contract Researcher

      Explore Life Science Leader (Oct 1 2009) Pharmaceuticals , FDA

      BRI Pharmaceutical Research Inc. to Standardize on Thermo Scientific Watson LIMS (PHILADELPHIA)  – Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., the world leader in serving science, today announced that BRI Biopharmaceutical Research Inc., a leading bioanalytical and DM/PK/ADME contract research organization, has selected Thermo Scientific Watson LIMS (laboratory information management system) to help manage the bioanalytical and analytical chemistry data generated by the company’s principal laboratories. (Read Full Article)

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    10. Integrating Corporate And Laboratory Informatics

      Explore Life Science Leader (Sep 25 2009) Pharmaceuticals , ELN, CDS

      Integrating Corporate And Laboratory InformaticsLife Science Leader Magazineinstead of “How do we plan our lab automation and computing?” Over the past 30 years, laboratory information management systems (LIMS) have been implemented ... (Read Full Article)

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    11. Centralization Of Biochemical Screening At AstraZeneca

      Explore Life Science Leader (Jul 7 2009) Environmental , Pharmaceuticals

      Centralization Of Biochemical Screening At AstraZenecaLife Science Leader MagazineIn doing so, a central LIMS (laboratory information management system [Thermo Scientific Nautilus]) was deployed. AstraZeneca is heavily involved in the ...and more » (Read Full Article)

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    12. Perceptive Informatics Introduces New Randomization And Trial Supply Management

      Explore Life Science Leader (Jun 28 2009) Pharmaceuticals

      Perceptive Informatics, the industry’s leading eClinical solutions provider and a subsidiary of PAREXEL International Corporation, today announced that it has introduced a new reporting solution as part of its ClinPhone Randomization and Trial Supply Management (RTSM) technologies, which offer validated randomization methods, automated inventory control, dispensing and titration management, and emergency code break capabilities. The reporting solution features a Universal Report Suite to monitor trial management performance, RTSM Dashboard with trending and forecasting functionalities, and Self-Service Module with customizable search criteria for power users who are focused on in-depth data analysis. “Our customers are facing increasing complexity and globalization ... (Read Full Article)

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    13. Covance Announces Integrated Radiolabeled Clinical Pharmacology Studies

      Explore Life Science Leader (Jun 28 2009) LIMS

      Covance Inc. today announced its integrated radiolabeled clinical pharmacology studies in compliance with Food and Drug Administration (FDA) guidance on Metabolites in Safety Testing (MIST). Recent MIST guidance requires earlier human absorption, metabolism and excretion (AME) testing in support of Investigative New Drug/Clinical Trial Application (IND/CTA) submissions. “Integrated human AME services are designed to help reduce the time and cost of drug development by integrating clinical pharmacology AME study conduct and data management services with bioanalytical chemistry and drug metabolism,” said Robert Kochan, PhD, clinical pharmacology, Covance. “Our integrated service capabilities developed by our team of experts has ... (Read Full Article)

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    14. Perceptive Informatics Launches The Next Level Of Integration In Its Industry-Leading

      Explore Life Science Leader (Jun 25 2009) Pharmaceuticals

      Perceptive Informatics Launches The Next Level Of Integration In Its Industry-Leading Bringing the next level of technology integration to clinical development, Perceptive Informatics, a leading eClinical solutions provider and subsidiary of PAREXEL International Corporation, today announced that it has launched its industry-leading eClinical Suite to provide truly seamless integration and access to data across multiple technologies throughout the trial process. A unique combination of Perceptive’s leading products and services, the suite is designed to realize the full potential of eClinical, yielding increased value and utility by creating an environment for more effective management and operation of clinical trials. The integrated suite features key components including the Perceptive Portal, a combined ... (Read Full Article)

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