Experienced engineers – and those just starting out – all face vexing problems in their work. Sometimes foundational instruction from degree programs isn’t specific enough to address the challenge at hand, and that’s where premium training from COBBLESTONE can help.
Our courses in Chemical and Process Engineering delve into the intricacies of process design, operation, and maintenance, and are taught by industry leaders who enthusiastically share their knowledge.
Four Key Elements of Moisturization
The market is flooded with hundreds of new ingredients claiming to have moisturizing properties each year. Sorting through these options and finding the right ingredients to meet consumer expectations (such as long-lasting hydration, reduced blemishes, and no cracked skin) can be a daunting task. Participating in our course can alleviate this struggle by: Providing clear guidance… Continue reading Four Key Elements of Moisturization
Read MoreProtein Formulation and Stability
A significant portion of the pharmaceutical and diagnostic discovery groups are currently focusing on the development of biologically based molecules, such as monoclonal antibodies, proteins, and enzymes. These products, unlike small molecules, are highly susceptible to the usual stresses encountered during the product’s shelf life and manufacturing process. The success or failure of these products… Continue reading Protein Formulation and Stability
Read MorePractical Aspects of Emulsions for the Pharmaceutical, Cosmetic and Related Industries
While it is common knowledge that water and oil do not mix, it is less known that given the right chemistry and processing, a cosmetically elegant emulsion of these two immiscible liquids can be made stable for years. But without proper knowledge of the science behind emulsions, failures can occur. This accredited training course is… Continue reading Practical Aspects of Emulsions for the Pharmaceutical, Cosmetic and Related Industries
Read MoreSurfactants: A Greener and More Sustainable Approach
Surfactants play a vital role in many aspects of modern life and are widely used. This accredited training will describe the types of surfactants we use, how they are made and the environmental concerns over their use. It will discuss methods of making surfactants from natural products with a lower environmental impact. Unfortunately, a number… Continue reading Surfactants: A Greener and More Sustainable Approach
Read MoreSpray Drying: Advanced Technology Overview
This accredited course focuses on Spray-Drying technology, a very important process in numerous industries. The course will emphasize the scientific fundamentals and practical operational aspects of Spray-Drying that are seen day-to-day in industries such as Food, Beverages, Chemicals, Pharmaceuticals, Pulp and Paper, etc. The primary goal will be to help scientists, engineers, and operations professionals… Continue reading Spray Drying: Advanced Technology Overview
Read MoreBiobased and Green Surfactants and Detergents
This accredited training will describe bio-based and green surfactants and why they comprise a growing market. The course will explain why the use of enzymes and microorganisms to prepare bio-based surfactants is an emerging research and development area and provide some specific synthesis strategies. New and emerging bio-based surfactants in the marketplace will be presented.… Continue reading Biobased and Green Surfactants and Detergents
Read MoreAuditing Stability Programs
A significant number of 483’s and Warning Letters related to the stability function is proof that not all companies have an adequate program in place. Since regulatory requirements and guidance’s provide only a general picture of expectations for stability programs, much interpretation is left up to individual companies. A better understanding of regulatory expectations and… Continue reading Auditing Stability Programs
Read MoreUnderstanding the Process Validation Life Cycle
This training is intended to help you better understand and get familiar with best practices for Process Validation applicable for the highly regulated biological/pharmaceutical industry. This course is further intended to discuss the life cycle of the Process Validation system. You will learn when a process should be validated, the basic components of a Process… Continue reading Understanding the Process Validation Life Cycle
Read MoreSulfate-Free Surfactants
Personal care and cosmetic products heavily rely on surfactants for their properties and performance. However, there have been growing concerns about the use of sulfate-containing surfactants in cosmetics, and the reasons for this are not always transparent. To address these concerns, this 90-minute accredited training will delve into the issue and explore alternative surfactants and… Continue reading Sulfate-Free Surfactants
Read MorePharmaceutical Semi-Solid Dosage Form
For both prescription and OTC pharmaceuticals, a semi-solid dosage form is a very common delivery method for the drug product. But just because they are common does not mean that they are easy to develop and manufacture. In fact, there are a whole host of issues that can arise during development and manufacture that can… Continue reading Pharmaceutical Semi-Solid Dosage Form
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