About this Presentation
For years, the biologics industry has struggled with inefficient microbial expression systems for producing proteins and antibodies that they need to manufacture new biopharmaceuticals. Difficulties with low titers, poor product quality, impurities in samples, and capacity constraints are just some of the challenges that scientists have with legacy systems.
Scientists at KBI Biopharma, led by Erik Nordwald, PhD, worked tirelessly for over two years to develop a novel state-of-the-art microbial cell line development platform that addresses these challenges. The new PUREplatform™ solution provides all the functionality that scientists need for optimal therapeutic protein production and development.
In this webinar, Dr. Norwald discusses how the groundbreaking PUREplatform improves microbial therapeutic protein expression. You’ll learn how PUREplatform can transform microbial drug substance production at a fraction of the scales previously needed.
Specific learning objectives include:
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Understand the inherent challenges and risks associated with microbial biologic development.
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Gain insights into the constraints faced during microbial biologics development, and new strategies to streamline timelines.
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Discover how PUREcoli™ plays a pivotal role in mitigating many of these challenges from the outset.
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Learn how PUREcoli addresses complexities in microbial biologic development, setting the stage for simpler processes down the line.
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Who Should Watch
- Biotech founders and C-suite executives navigating early-stage microbial development strategy
- CMC and regulatory leads ensuring technical rigor and FIH readiness
- Process development scientists optimizing microbial cell line and fermentation workflows
- Outsourcing and alliance managers seeking flexible partnerships without restrictive commitments
- Technical advisors evaluating the scalability and efficiency of microbial therapeutic programs
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Fast track your biologic.
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KBI utilizes microfermentation screening to ensure consistent, high-titer cell line development, supporting scalable cGMP manufacturing from first-in-human studies through full-scale commercialization.
About the Presenter.
Erik Nordwald, PhD
Director, Process Development
Dr. Nordwald earned his Ph.D. in protein engineering from the University of Colorado Boulder before moving into the biotech startup space, where he spent three years developing a manufacturing process for an enzyme intended to reduce kidney stone risk. He played a key role in scaling the process to a 5 m³ fermentation system and supporting its commercial launch. He later transitioned into a broader development role, where he has contributed for more than eight years. His work is driven by a focus on practical innovations that streamline early‑stage programs and make drug development faster and more cost‑effective.
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