AstraZeneca Immunotherapy Drug Earns FDA Approval

Posted by ISPE Boston
On February 21, 2018

AstraZeneca and MedImmune, its global biologics research and development arm, today announced that the FDA has approved Imfinzi for the treatment of certain patients with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), specifically those with unresectable Stage III NSCLC whose disease has not progressed following concurrent platinum-based chemotherapy and radiation therapy. Stage III (locally advanced) NSCLC is […]

Career Workshop Smashes Previous Attendance Record!

Posted by Brian Hagopian
On February 13, 2018

Attendance at this year’s Student Career Workshop on January 27 obliterated all prior attendance records with over 110 participants! We had a star-studded cast of presenters that included hiring managers from Pfizer and Alnylam, career counselors and industry professionals. And we invited several young professionals who had attended prior Career Workshops to act as mentors […]

“Bridging the Gap” at the Student Career Workshop

Posted by Chris Ciampa
On February 8, 2018

As one of almost 20 presenters at the Chapter’s Student Career Workshop on January 27, I had the pleasure of sharing my thoughts with over 100 area students preparing for careers in the life sciences and STEM fields. This annual event is hosted by the Chapter’s Student Development Committee to help students hone the skills […]

Chapter Member Anniversaries: January 2018

Posted by ISPE Boston
On February 6, 2018

Please congratulate the following members celebrating milestone anniversaries in January 2018. Their dedication to ISPE, the Boston Area Chapter and the industry is applauded! Over Twenty Years Michael L. Anderson, Critical Process Systems Group Dr. Anthony C. Bevilacqua, Ph.D., Mettler-Toledo Thornton Inc Brian L. Clark, GMP Operations Consulting Andrew A. Coull, J.M. Coull, Inc. Daniel […]

Welcome New Members!

Posted by ISPE Boston
On February 6, 2018

We would like to introduce the members who joined ISPE in January 2018, welcome them to the Chapter and encourage them (and all of our members) to take advantage of the many professional development, networking and information resources available through ISPE. Fellow ISPE members are a terrific resource for help with everyday professional challenges. And […]

No Paper? No Problem! Lessons Learned Implementing Electronic Documentation

Posted by Kevin Keating
On February 5, 2018

A critical aspect of any cGMP activity is documentation. As the old saying goes, “If it wasn’t written down, it didn’t happen.” But even as so many forms of communication have become electronic, paper-based documentation systems are still common among pharmaceutical companies. The simplicity of paper-based systems is seemingly obvious: all you need is a […]

Boston Area and Delaware Valley Chapters Bet to Win

Posted by ISPE Boston
On February 1, 2018

To make Sunday’s Super Bowl even more exciting, Boston Area Chapter President Jack Campion has thrown down the gauntlet and challenged Delaware Valley Chapter President Danielle Rebori to a friendly wager on the outcome: Whereas, the Boston Area Chapter encompasses a preponderance of New England Patriots fans AND Whereas, the Delaware Valley Chapter, in like […]

Coming in Hot at Blazing Paddles

Posted by Eva Fishlin
On February 1, 2018

This month the Boston Area Chapter continued its annual tradition by welcoming the New Year at Blazing Paddles on Thursday, January 25. ISPE Members and guests brought their “A” game, competing in ping pong, networking and snacking on delicious appetizers. With multiple athletes playing in the tournaments, fellow colleagues and friends cheered them on, took […]

Sanofi Acquires Bioverativ and Ablynx, Strengthens Position in Rare Blood Disorders

Posted by ISPE Boston
On January 31, 2018

Sanofi’s acquisition of Ablynx in a deal valued at $4.8 billion complements the earlier acquisition of Biogen spin-off Bioverativ for $11.6 billion. Both strengthen Sanofi’s position in rare blood disorders. Launched in 2017 following separation from Biogen, Bioverativ is focused on therapies for hemophilia and other rare blood disorders. With approximately $10 billion in annual […]

Looking for a Win-Win? Volunteer for ISPE!

Posted by kchronley
On January 24, 2018

Ask any volunteer why they devote their time and effort to the Chapter and you’re likely to hear, “It’s a win-win. I get to contribute to the Chapter while getting tons in return.” Learn new skills, meet new friends, make new contacts – these are just some of ways volunteering is a win for Chapter […]

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