Courses by Cobblestone on the subject of Formulation
Starch Technology
Starch is a recognized natural hydrophilic polymer that is popularly utilized in various kinds of formulations as a swelling agent and gel forming excipient. It has multiple structural arrangements and functionalities. This accredited course will cover the science and operational aspects of products using starches, which are amongst the most important ingredients used in a… Continue reading Starch Technology
Read MoreLyophilization of Pharmaceutical Drug Products
Lyophilization offers unique properties for delivering critical parenteral drugs. Therefore, developing the formulation and the manufacturing process is challenging. Only through a clear identification of the process and key excipients can a robust formulation be developed and manufactured. The first session introduces participants to the basics of lyophilization and why we lyophilize drug products. Typical… Continue reading Lyophilization of Pharmaceutical Drug Products
Read MoreSterile Products
Parenteral product development and aseptic manufacturing can be intimidating to people new to the topics. The approach to formulation and process development is substantially different than for oral and topical medications. Product development and manufacturing must consider how all of the manufacturing processes align to ensure chemical, physical, and microbiological stability with particular attention to… Continue reading Sterile Products
Read MoreDr. Gregory A. Sacha
Dr. Gregory A. Sacha is a Senior Research Scientist for Baxter BioPharma Solutions in Bloomington, IN. He received a BS in Pharmacy from Butler University in 1993 and earned a Ph.D. in Industrial and Physical Pharmacy from Purdue University in 1999. Dr. Sacha specializes in the formulation of sterile solutions and lyophilized solids for large… Continue reading Dr. Gregory A. Sacha
Read MorePeter Smallwood Ph.D.
Dr. Peter Smallwood is a surface/colloid chemist with practical experience in the development and manufacture of polymers, coatings, cleaning products, and disinfectants. He has developed antibacterial and cleaning formulations and developed a process for manufacturing antiseptic nitrile examination gloves. Dr. Peter Smallwood is the Director of Chemical Associates, a UK-based independent technical and training consultancy… Continue reading Peter Smallwood Ph.D.
Read MoreDr. Jayasree (Jay) M. Srinivasan
Dr. Jayasree (Jay) M. Srinivasan is a Research Scientist in the R&D laboratory at Simtra BioPharma Solutions in Bloomington, IN. She received her BSc from the University of Madras (India), her MS in Synthetic Organic Chemistry from the University of Houston, and her PhD in Synthetic Organic Chemistry from Indiana University. Her areas of focus… Continue reading Dr. Jayasree (Jay) M. Srinivasan
Read MoreMukund (Mike) Yelvigi
Mukund (Mike) Yelvigi is Principal and Managing Partner at Center for Pharmaceutical Integration LLC, which provides consultation services to the industry in the areas of CMC support & technology integration, and transfers (mergers & acquisitions). He retired as Sr. Director and Head of CMC Therapeutic Area Management function at Pfizer/ Wyeth Inc. NY. He had… Continue reading Mukund (Mike) Yelvigi
Read MoreManuel Gamez-Garcia, Ph.D.
Manuel Gamez-Garcia received his Master’s degree in Electrochemistry from the Tokyo Institute of Technology in Japan, and his PhD in Engineering Physics in the field of Polymers from the Ecole Polytechnique in Montreal, Canada. He has held the positions of Manager of Claim Substantiation at Croda, Inc., Applications Manager Personal Care at Dow Chemical/Amerchol Corporation,… Continue reading Manuel Gamez-Garcia, Ph.D.
Read MorePaolo Giacomoni, Ph.D.
Dr. Paolo Giacomoni is an independent consultant to the skin care industry. He is a quality-focused leader with over 25 years of experience in product research and development for cosmetic product providers. He was Chief Scientific Officer of Elan Rose International. He served as VP of Skin Care Worldwide R&D with Herbalife. He was Executive… Continue reading Paolo Giacomoni, Ph.D.
Read MoreDouglas G. Hayes
Douglas G. Hayes has over 30 years of experience with surfactants and detergents and their use in soft matter systems. Dr. Hayes also has research interests in value-added products from renewable resources, biopolymers in agricultural systems, and nanotechnology. Dr. Hayes has published over 75 publications in peer-reviewed journals, over 20 book chapters, and two co-edited… Continue reading Douglas G. Hayes
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