2020 PDA Rapid Microbiological Methods Workshop
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As the pharmaceutical industry continues its fast-moving evolution, the focus on new technologies intensifies. The validation, approval, and implementation of rapid and alternative microbiological methods has also been steadily increasing within the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, compounding pharmacy, and advanced therapy medicinal products (ATMP, gene and cell therapy) industries. Novel drug products and innovative manufacturing processes now require modern strategies for demonstrating microbiological control.
Attend the 2020 PDA Rapid Microbiological Methods Workshop virtually to gain meaningful insight and practical lessons learned from actual success stories on important issues currently facing the industry. Explore the current landscape for rapid method validation strategies, implementation opportunities, and global regulatory approval processes. Presentations by subject matter experts and global regulators will focus on real-world practices for rapid and alternative microbiology testing of in-process samples and sterile and nonsterile finished product.
This Workshop will present practical approaches to rapid microbiology testing that participants can use in daily work, laboratory, and manufacturing operations.
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Thursday, October 22
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10:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. | P1: Case Studies on Method Suitability and Validation |
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We have all heard so much about the barriers to adopting rapid microbiological methods – technological issues, expense, regulatory compliance – so why should the microbiologists take on the hassle of advocating for them in their organizations? This session highlights the expanding usefulness of rapid methods to demonstrate microbiological quality for a variety of products. The speakers have each dealt with and overcome the barriers to adoption, worked towards successful implementation of a rapid method, and are here to share their experiences. |
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10:00 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. | Welcome and Opening Remarks 10:15 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. | What is Rapid Microbiological Methods and Why is it Important 10:30 a.m. – 10:50 a.m. | Demonstrating Method Suitability for an ATP-bioluminescence Rapid Method for Egg-Based Vaccine Testing 10:50 a.m. – 11:10 a.m. | Evolution of an Automated Rapid Microbial Testing Technology to Satisfy Pharmaceutical Requirements 11:10 a.m. – 11:30 p.m. | Validation and Global Implementation of an Alternative Sterility Test 11:30 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. | Q&A |
11:45 a.m. – 12:05 p.m. | Break
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12:05 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. | P2: Expecting the Unexpected: Overcoming the Challenges of Rapid Testing |
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This session is a great opportunity to hear from both industry specialists (at the sharp end) and the regulators. Case studies will be used to show some of the challenges (and opportunities) that arise when introducing rapid micro methods. The first case study will discuss sampling and the use of rapid sterility tests, next we will have a presentation on the challenges of OOT and aberrant results when using rapid micro methods and then finally, we will be given an opportunity to hear firsthand some of the issues that the regulators see when companies introduce rapid technology. A great opportunity to learn from others and even perhaps even safe you having to deal with the same challenges if you are introducing rapid methods. |
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12:05 p.m. – 12:25 p.m. | STAT Results for STAT Samples: Implementing Modern Rapid Micro Methods 12:25 p.m. – 12:45 p.m. | Challenges Associated with Interpreting Aberrant/OOT Results Obtained from Rapid Microbiology Method for Detection of Mycoplasma Using Real-time Polymerase Chain Reaction for Release of Cell Therapy Products 12:45 p.m. – 1:05 p.m. | An FDA Perspective on Rapid Micro Methods in the Pharmaceutical Industry 1:05 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Q&A |
Friday, October 23
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10:00 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. | P3: New Developments in Rapid Method Technologies |
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Recent developments in rapid method scientific principles will be the focus of this session, as we explore new opportunities in miniaturization, automation and sensitivity. We will learn about a novel viability staining and Raman spectroscopy technique that provides quantitative and microbial identification results at the same time. Next, a miniaturized RT-PCR platform for the rapid detection of Mycoplasma will be discussed. Finally, we will hear about the development of a novel ATP bioluminescence system with single cell detection without the need for an enrichment step. |
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10:00 a.m. – 10:20 a.m. | Microbes as Analytes: Evaluating Raman Based Chemometrics for Quality Release 10:20 a.m. – 10:40 a.m. | Shaping the Future of Mycoplasma Testing – Evaluation of a New Automated and Rapid PCR-based Technology 10:40 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. | Cultivation-free ATP RMM System and its Evaluation Based on Method Validation Criteria and Implementation in Pharmaceutical Water System 11:00 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. | Q&A |
11:15 a.m. – 11:35 a.m. | Break
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11:35 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. | P4: Ask the Experts and Regulators |
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Industry experts and regulators join together to discuss applications and options for incorporating rapid microbiology methods across a variety of product classes. The panel will address some common issues regarding the technologies and their implementation and will also tackle attendee submitted questions. This is a prime opportunity to take advantage of their experience and perspectives to help guide your decision processes. |
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11:35 a.m. – 12:35 p.m. | Industry and Regulatory Round Table 12:35 p.m. – 12:45 p.m. | Closing Remarks |
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$1,196StudentMember Only
$248
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$1,475
GROUP REGISTRATION DISCOUNT: Register 3 people from the same organization as a group (at the same time) for the event and receive the 4th registration free. Other discounts cannot be applied.
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