The Pharma Lab Show

Follow The Pharma Lab Show
Share on
Copy link to clipboard

The Pharma Lab Show is a podcast exploring the technologies, analysis, and innovation that goes into bringing the pharmaceuticals that allow humanity to live longer, fuller, healthier lives.  Each episode features interviews with industry leaders and experts who share how they are working tirelessly to bring these life-changing products into the world.

Rigaku


    • Jul 14, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 22m AVG DURATION
    • 11 EPISODES


    Search for episodes from The Pharma Lab Show with a specific topic:

    Latest episodes from The Pharma Lab Show

    Mixtures and Standards

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2022 32:28 Transcription Available


    Today, we take a different approach on the Pharma Lab show. There are a lot of challenges when it comes to making mixture standards for solid state analytical methods. Simon conducts a live episode where he discusses the different approaches and how to evaluate them. Join us as we discuss: Requirements for the ideal solid state mixture standards Laboratory mixed standards are usually the largest source of error in a method How to evaluate sources of error from measurement apparatus and sample Standardless methods and component analysis.  Follow along with the video here: https://pharma.rigaku.com/insights/pharma-lab-show-mixtures-and-standards For more insights into the pharmaceutical industry, subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever podcasts are found. Listening on a desktop & can't see the links? Just search for The Pharma Lab Show in your favorite podcast player.

    How Far Are We From 3D Printing Personalized Medicine?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2022 17:29 Transcription Available


    How far is the Pharmaceutical 3D Printing Revolution? In this episode, Simon speaks with Professor Mo Maniruzzaman, Assistant Professor in Pharmaceutics and Drug Delivery Assistant Professor in Pharmaceutics and Drug Delivery, The University of Texas at Austin. They speak about: How he became passionate about 3D printing How far are we from personalized medicine through 3D printing? How will Personalized “Pill Printing” evolve as the industry grows

    Crystal Structure Prediction & the Drug Development World of Tomorrow

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2022 17:36 Transcription Available


    Crystal structure prediction (CSP) has been a vital part of the mission of XtalPi, an artificial intelligence and quantum physics based pharmaceutical technology company aiming to improve the speed, scale, novelty, and success rate of drug discovery and development.  Chandler Greenwell, an applications scientist at XtaPi, shares how CSP is revolutionizing the field.  We discuss: How polymorphism relates to CSP Insights that CSP can provide for de-risking the polymorph landscape Future applications for CSP  Resources mentioned during the podcast: Facts and fictions about polymorphism  Why don't we find more polymorphs?  Report on the sixth blind test of organic crystal structure prediction methods  Harnessing Cloud Architecture for Crystal Structure Prediction Calculations  Prediction of the Relative Free Energies of Drug Polymorphs above Zero Kelvin  Selecting a stable solid form of remdesivir using microcrystal electron diffraction and crystal structure prediction  Virtual Coformer Screening by Crystal Structure Predictions: Crucial Role of Crystallinity in Pharmaceutical Cocrystallization  Guiding Lead Optimization for Solubility Improvement with Physics-Based Modeling  Email Chandler: chandler.greenwell@xtalpi.com   For more insights into the pharmaceutical industry, subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever podcasts are found.  Listening on a desktop & can't see the links? Just search for The Pharma Lab Show in your favorite podcast player.

    X-ray Computed Tomography: A New Technique for Spray Dried Dispersion

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2022 14:04 Transcription Available


    Spray drying has become one of the go-to techniques for the manufacture of amorphous dispersions and inhalable formulations due to the ability to control solvent content, morphology, size, and density of the resulting particulates in the dried powder.  X-ray computed tomography is a new technique for this spray dried dispersion application.  Peter Oberta, Managing Director at Rigaku, co-authored the study on this new approach and he joins the show to explain everything you need to know.  We discuss:  - The advantages of using this technique  - How to control particle size, morphology, and density using x-ray CT  - How much sample preparation is necessary for x-ray CT  - The qualitative results of the study  - The resolution that can be achieved with x-ray CT  - The data treatment required to complete the analysis  Mentioned during the podcast:  - Characterization of the Morphological Nature of Hollow Spray Dried Dispersion Particles Using X-ray Submicron-Computed Tomography   - X-Ray CT Imaging  - DigiM  For more insights into the pharmaceutical industry, subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever podcasts are found.  Listening on a desktop & can't see the links? Just search for The Pharma Lab Show in your favorite podcast player.

    Mastering the Intellectual Challenge of Rational Indexing

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2021 25:00 Transcription Available


    For successful rational indexing, you can't just make a guess and refine. Each unit cell is defined by six parameters, meaning there could be billions of potential solutions. Your probability of being correct is abysmal. Your best approach is to use advanced indexing tools. Machine learning can transform rational indexing from an intellectual challenge into the click of a button. In this episode, Simon Bates , VP of Science and Technology at Rigaku, speaks with us about the problem that rational indexing solves, its uses in pharma since the 1940s, and near-future breakthroughs that will make it more efficient. We discuss: - Using diffraction data to identify crystal unit cells - How rational indexing reduces the search space - Why pharma should focus on identifying crystal unit cells - The evolution of advanced indexing tools For more insights into the pharmaceutical industry, subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or w herever podcasts are found. Listening on a desktop & can't see the links? Just search for The Pharma Lab Show in your favorite podcast player.

    The Powerful Benefits of Pairwise Distribution Function

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2021 31:02 Transcription Available


    Pairwise distribution function (PDF) can be a very useful tool for pharmaceutical professionals, especially when characterizing active pharmaceutical ingredients. Using PDF approaches you can confirm — and even solve — the molecular structure itself of new materials that we haven't been able to properly analyze up until now. In this episode, Simon Bates, VP of Science and Technology at Rigaku, shares why PDF and total diffraction combined together are so powerful in confirming molecular structures and why they are opening the door to new materials in pharmaceutics. We discuss: - The uses for PDF - The challenges of total diffraction and PDF - Keeping track of advances in PDF approaches Check out these resources we mentioned during the podcast: - The Collected Papers of Peter J.W. Debye - Underneath the Bragg Peaks: Structural Analysis of Complex Materials by Takeshi Egami - International Tables for Crystallography: Volume H, Powder Diffraction - Pharmalytical Summit 2021 For more insights into the pharmaceutical industry, subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever podcasts are found. Listening on a desktop & can't see the links? Just search for The Pharma Lab Show in your favorite podcast player.

    X-Ray Imaging: Understanding All Applicable Benefits

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2021 23:53 Transcription Available


    X-ray technology has come a long way in the past 20 years. Using x-ray imaging, we can now characterize drug products and solid dosage forms — taking a closer look without the destruction of the drug. In this episode, I talk with Aya Takase, Director of X-ray Imaging at Rigaku Americas Corporation, about how x-ray technology has progressed during her time in the industry and what the future holds. In this episode we discuss: - An overview of x-ray imaging - The multiple use cases of x-ray - Why x-ray imaging isn't in use in every drug making facility - Resolution expectations from x-ray imaging - The future of x-ray imaging Check out this resource mentioned during the podcast: - https://rigaku.com/ For more insights into the pharmaceutical industry, subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever podcasts are found. Listening on a desktop & can't see the links? Just search for The Pharma Lab Show in your favorite podcast player.

    The Role of Polymorphism in the Future of Pharma

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2021 18:33 Transcription Available


    Research into the benefits of polymorphs is proceeding at a revolutionary rate. What does the future hold for these exciting prospects and the companies who are investing these innovations? Join Simon Bates, our host for this episode and Business Development Manager at Rigaku Americas Corporation, as he engages in a lively roundtable discussion with six industry experts on the future of polymorphs and current challenges. What we talked about: - Stunning evolutionary advances in the field of pharmaceutical polymorphs. - Bringing in computational and big data solutions. - Challenges in patentability for smaller companies. - A bright future in polymorphism. Today's amazing guests: - Steve Byrn, Professor and Dept. Head at Purdue University - Raj Suryanarayanan, Professor at University of Minnesota - Ann Newman, Solid-State and Pharmaceutical Consultant at Seventh Street Development Group - Ken Morris, University Professor, Director Lachman Institute for Pharmaceutical Analysis, Long Island University - Eyal Barash, Life Sciences Patent Attorney - Mansoor Khan, Professor and Vice Dean, Presidential Impact Fellow, Texas A&M University, Rangel College of Pharmacy For more insights into the pharmaceutical industry, subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever podcasts are found. Listening on a desktop & can't see the links? Just search for The Pharma Lab Show in your favorite podcast player.

    Addressing the Biggest Challenges in Polymorphism

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2021 43:56 Transcription Available


    In this episode, a roundtable of distinguished guests discuss the impact and challenges of polymorphism. You'll hear from these life science and pharmaceutical experts: - Eyal Barash, Life Sciences Patent Attorney and Founder at Barash Law - Steve Byrn, Professor and Dept. Head at Purdue University - Mansoor Khan, Professor and Vice Dean, Presidential Impact Fellow, Rangel College of Pharmacy, Texas A&M University - Ken Morris, University Professor, Director Lachman Institute for Pharmaceutical Analysis, Long Island University - Ann Newman, Solid-State and Pharmaceutical Consultant at Seventh Street Development Group - Raj Suryanarayanan, Professor and WIlliam and Mildred Peters Endowed Chair at University of Minnesota We talked about: - The guests' backgrounds and origin stories in life science - The biggest challenges with respect to polymorphism - Thinking in terms of practical benefit vs. the clinical benefit - Distinguishing the formulation effect from the form effect This episode is Part 1 of 2 on our polymorph roundtable discussion. Don't miss the conclusion! For more insights into the pharmaceutical industry, subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever podcasts are found. Listening on a desktop & can't see the links? Just search for The Pharma Lab Show in your favorite podcast player.

    The Importance of Amorphous Materials

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2021 16:10 Transcription Available


    For this inaugural episode of The Pharma Lab, we wanted to have a detailed discussion around amorphous APIs, why they're so important, the misconceptions around amorphous materials, and the future of amorphous material development. So we sat down with Dr. Ann Newman, a Pharmaceutical Consultant at Seventh Street Development Group, and Dr. Kenneth Morris, University Professor Emeritus at Long Island University, for a discussion all about: - The differences between amorphous and a polymorph - Why amorphous forms are important for drug product development, and in particular, patient outcomes - The biggest challenges in dealing with amorphous materials for pharmaceuticals - What we really need to focus on for the future development of amorphous materials For more insights into the pharmaceutical industry, subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever podcasts are found. Listening on a desktop & can't see the links? Just search for The Pharma Lab Show in your favorite podcast player.

    Welcome to The Pharma Lab Show

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2021 5:36 Transcription Available


    It's hard to imagine how new drugs could be developed without appropriate analytical support. This podcast aims to provide it. Rita Richa, Producer at Sweet Fish Media, talks with Simon Bates, the host of the show and Business Development Manager at Rigaku Americas Corporation, and Chris Carolan, Director of Marketing at Rigaku Americas Holding, about what to expect on The Pharma Lab Show. What we talked about: - Understanding the analytical needs of customers - Providing a platform for scientists and business leaders to discuss pharmaceutical development - Other topics that will be touched upon during the show Have an idea for an episode topic or guest? Contact Simon Bates or Chris Carolan on LinkedIn. For more insights into the pharmaceutical industry, subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever podcasts are found. Listening on a desktop & can't see the links? Just search for The Pharma Lab Show in your favorite podcast player.

    Claim The Pharma Lab Show

    In order to claim this podcast we'll send an email to with a verification link. Simply click the link and you will be able to edit tags, request a refresh, and other features to take control of your podcast page!

    Claim Cancel