Newsletter | September 18, 2026

09.18.26 -- When Should R&D Turn Back?

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BioFuture 2026 (October 27–28 in New York City) is two days of programming that tackles what biopharma is working through: funding gaps, policy shifts, and AI convergence. More than 500 global attendees address the industry’s hardest questions and build the relationships that move their companies forward. More at https://biofuture.com.

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When Should R&D Turn Back?

Good R&D leadership is knowing when to keep investing in a development program, when to change course, and when to return to base, writes David Adler, M.D./Ph.D., MBA.

 

INDUSTRY INSIGHTS

 

Accelerating Gene Therapy Development For NEDAMSS

Discover how one family's race against time led to the creation of a groundbreaking gene therapy for their daughter, just 14 months after her ultra-rare disease diagnosis.

 

Urgent Compliance Recovery Following Vendor Transition

Strong local leadership, clear ownership, and governed oversight drove rapid remediation of legacy safety gaps, restoring regulatory confidence and safeguarding market continuity.

 

A Roadmap To Flexible, Efficient Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing

Modernizing biomanufacturing requires shifting from rigid, custom setups toward modular automation, data-rich sensors, and plug-and-produce operations. 

 

Prioritizing Safety In Clinical Trials

This presentation explores organizational culture and the values that are essential to delivering high-quality safety oversight.

 

The Evolving Policy Landscape: U.S. And EU Pricing And Access

U.S. and EU policy shifts are reshaping pricing, access, and launch strategy. Hear expert analysis on IRA, MFN, 340B, EU HTA Regulation, and the Biotech Act to stay ahead of 2025-2026 changes.

 

Enhancing AAV Manufacturing Yield Via Mini-Helper Plasmid

Learn how rational plasmid engineering and promoter optimization can significantly improve AAV productivity while reducing plasmid burden, paving the way for more efficient and scalable viral vector manufacturing.

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