PEGS Europe is the largest European event covering all aspects of protein and antibody engineering. With three consecutive years of 35% growth in attendance, and another year of expanded program coverage, this year’s event will feature:
700 attendees
175 technical presentations
125 scientific posters
Dedicated networking opportunities
Exclusive exhibit & poster viewing hours
Interactive roundtable, breakout & panel discussions
PEGS Boston the essential protein engineering summitNicole Proulx
With record-breaking attendance in 2015, PEGS Boston attracts an international delegation of nearly 2,000 participants including conference delegates, speakers, exhibitors, sponsors and guests representing over 30 countries.
Participants value the in-depth short courses, access to 22 conferences, and wide-ranging presentations delivering new unpublished data, case studies, innovation and insight.
The vast exhibit hall will be packed with 125 exhibiting companies and more than 200 research posters on display providing valuable viewing of innovative new technologies, as well as abundant networking with biopharma researchers and industry representatives.
PEGS Europe Protein & Antibody Engineering Summit 2014 AgendaNicole Proulx
PEGS Europe is the largest European event covering all aspects of protein and antibody engineering. With two consecutive years of 40% growth in attendance, and another year of expanded program coverage, this year’s event will feature:
•500 attendees
•150 technical presentations
•70+ scientific posters
•40+ sponsors & exhibitors
•Dedicated networking opportunities
•Exclusive exhibit & poster hours
•Interactive roundtable, breakout & panel discussions
This 3-day event is the meeting place for international and domestic scientists to share case studies and project updates, showcase new techniques and form collaborations that pave the way towards the future of China’s biopharmaceutical industry.
Immunobiology and new challenges in drug developmentDr Kurt Sales
This document provides an agenda and background information for an immunobiology day event hosted by Charles River Laboratories. The event will cover regulatory frameworks for developing biological therapeutics, suitable animal species for testing, bioanalysis techniques, immunophenotyping assays, and challenges of pharmacokinetics for large molecules. Speakers will discuss regulatory guidelines, validating cell-based assays, analyzing macromolecules, using nonhuman primates in safety testing, and strategies for drug metabolism and pharmacokinetics research on large molecules. Attendees will learn about typical development programs and challenges in preclinical testing of biotherapeutics.
The document summarizes an upcoming 2nd Microfluidics Congress taking place on October 20-21, 2016 in London. The conference will bring together over 550 experts working in microfluidics to discuss advancements in using microfluidic technologies to progress medical research and patient care. It will feature keynote speakers and case study presentations on developing microfluidic strategies and applications in areas like diagnostics, disease monitoring, single cell analysis, and biomedical research. The event is co-located with conferences on digital PCR and synthetic biology and will include industry exhibitions and opportunities for professional networking.
PepTalk: The Protein Science Week is an annual gathering where industry experts from around the world convene to share case studies, unpublished data, breakthroughs and solutions that support and enhance research, and to gain new perspectives on the evolution of biologics.
This document discusses biosafety testing for cell and gene therapies performed by BioReliance, a testing services division of Merck KGaA. It outlines the comprehensive testing performed at various stages of development, including testing of cell banks, viral vectors, and final drug products. Testing evaluates important product attributes like identity, purity, potency and residuals to ensure safety and quality. A wide range of assays are used to characterize products and identify potential contaminants.
2nd Annual Cell Based Assays (2011) PpPiyush Patel
This document announces the 2nd Annual Cell-Based Assays conference taking place from October 11-13, 2011 in London. The conference will focus on optimizing methods and integrating new platforms for drug discovery, development, and toxicity testing using cell-based assays. Key speakers from various pharmaceutical companies will discuss topics like high-content screening, G protein-coupled receptors, kinases, primary cells, computational models, 3D cell assays, and stem cells. The conference aims to help attendees utilize new techniques in high-throughput screening and accelerate drug development using more advanced cell-based models and assays.
PEGS Boston the essential protein engineering summitNicole Proulx
With record-breaking attendance in 2015, PEGS Boston attracts an international delegation of nearly 2,000 participants including conference delegates, speakers, exhibitors, sponsors and guests representing over 30 countries.
Participants value the in-depth short courses, access to 22 conferences, and wide-ranging presentations delivering new unpublished data, case studies, innovation and insight.
The vast exhibit hall will be packed with 125 exhibiting companies and more than 200 research posters on display providing valuable viewing of innovative new technologies, as well as abundant networking with biopharma researchers and industry representatives.
PEGS Europe Protein & Antibody Engineering Summit 2014 AgendaNicole Proulx
PEGS Europe is the largest European event covering all aspects of protein and antibody engineering. With two consecutive years of 40% growth in attendance, and another year of expanded program coverage, this year’s event will feature:
•500 attendees
•150 technical presentations
•70+ scientific posters
•40+ sponsors & exhibitors
•Dedicated networking opportunities
•Exclusive exhibit & poster hours
•Interactive roundtable, breakout & panel discussions
This 3-day event is the meeting place for international and domestic scientists to share case studies and project updates, showcase new techniques and form collaborations that pave the way towards the future of China’s biopharmaceutical industry.
Immunobiology and new challenges in drug developmentDr Kurt Sales
This document provides an agenda and background information for an immunobiology day event hosted by Charles River Laboratories. The event will cover regulatory frameworks for developing biological therapeutics, suitable animal species for testing, bioanalysis techniques, immunophenotyping assays, and challenges of pharmacokinetics for large molecules. Speakers will discuss regulatory guidelines, validating cell-based assays, analyzing macromolecules, using nonhuman primates in safety testing, and strategies for drug metabolism and pharmacokinetics research on large molecules. Attendees will learn about typical development programs and challenges in preclinical testing of biotherapeutics.
The document summarizes an upcoming 2nd Microfluidics Congress taking place on October 20-21, 2016 in London. The conference will bring together over 550 experts working in microfluidics to discuss advancements in using microfluidic technologies to progress medical research and patient care. It will feature keynote speakers and case study presentations on developing microfluidic strategies and applications in areas like diagnostics, disease monitoring, single cell analysis, and biomedical research. The event is co-located with conferences on digital PCR and synthetic biology and will include industry exhibitions and opportunities for professional networking.
PepTalk: The Protein Science Week is an annual gathering where industry experts from around the world convene to share case studies, unpublished data, breakthroughs and solutions that support and enhance research, and to gain new perspectives on the evolution of biologics.
This document discusses biosafety testing for cell and gene therapies performed by BioReliance, a testing services division of Merck KGaA. It outlines the comprehensive testing performed at various stages of development, including testing of cell banks, viral vectors, and final drug products. Testing evaluates important product attributes like identity, purity, potency and residuals to ensure safety and quality. A wide range of assays are used to characterize products and identify potential contaminants.
2nd Annual Cell Based Assays (2011) PpPiyush Patel
This document announces the 2nd Annual Cell-Based Assays conference taking place from October 11-13, 2011 in London. The conference will focus on optimizing methods and integrating new platforms for drug discovery, development, and toxicity testing using cell-based assays. Key speakers from various pharmaceutical companies will discuss topics like high-content screening, G protein-coupled receptors, kinases, primary cells, computational models, 3D cell assays, and stem cells. The conference aims to help attendees utilize new techniques in high-throughput screening and accelerate drug development using more advanced cell-based models and assays.
This document discusses viral nanoparticles and their applications. It begins with an introduction to viruses and their structure. Viruses can be engineered as nanomachines through genetic engineering, bioconjugation, biomineralization, and encapsulation. Viral nanoparticles have applications in targeted drug delivery, vaccines, imaging, and plant disease management. Challenges include issues with purity, scaling up production, and structural complexity. Overall, viral nanoparticles show promise as biological nanocarriers for applications in biomedicine and agriculture due to their ability to be chemically and genetically modified to carry drugs, toxins, and targeting sequences.
Oncolytic viruses(OVs)are viral strains that can infect and kill malignant cells without harming normal cells, while simultaneously stimulate the immune system and creating system antitumor immunity. Oncolytic viruses have become one of the aglare immunotherapies that have been extensively studied and developed.
Creative Biolabs is a world-renowned service provider for immunotherapy. Taking advantage of the OncoVirapy™ platform, Creative Biolabs provides a comprehensive overview on the basic biology that support OVs as cancer therapeutic agents, including properties of inherent and engineered oncolytic viruses, mechanisms of viral targeting cancer cells, mechanisms of action of viruses killing cancer cells (induction of local and systemic anti-tumor immunity). Based on this basic knowledge review, we hope you can have a comprehensive understanding of OVs and quickly capture one of the frontiers of immunotherapy research.
Charles lee human genome structural variant consortium updateGenomeInABottle
This document summarizes the findings of the Human Genome Structural Variation Consortium (HGSV) which used multiple technologies including Illumina, PacBio, BioNano Genomics, 10X Genomics, and Strand-Seq to comprehensively discover structural variations in selected individual genomes. Key findings include the identification of on average 818,181 indels, 31,599 structural variations over 50bp, and 121 inversions per person. Combining different technologies allowed for a 7-fold increase in detected structural variations per person compared to previous studies. No single technology was found to be comprehensive.
SciLifeLab is a Swedish national center for molecular biosciences that develops and provides advanced technologies for health and environmental research. It offers a cross-disciplinary research setting that interacts with healthcare, industry, and academia. SciLifeLab comprises multiple technology platforms across Swedish universities that provide services like genomics, proteomics, metabolomics, structural biology, chemical biology, imaging, and bioinformatics. It contributes to thousands of research projects annually and aims to advance life sciences research and applications.
The document summarizes a conference on microfluidics technologies being held on October 20-21, 2015 in London. The conference will bring together experts working in microfluidic development and applications for medical research. Over two days, talks will examine strategies and technologies in microfluidics, and feature case studies on using microfluidics in areas like point-of-care diagnostics, single cell analysis, and organ-on-a-chip applications. Confirmed speakers include professors from universities in Europe and the US. The conference aims to provide a forum for networking and exploring how microfluidics can progress medical research and patient care.
This document provides guidelines for the development, production, characterization, and specifications of monoclonal antibodies and related products intended for human use. It covers quality requirements for monoclonal antibodies to be used as medicinal products, including guidelines for development of the monoclonal antibody, production considerations regarding platform manufacturing and viral safety, characterization of physicochemical, immunological and biological properties, and specifications. The document replaces previous guidelines on monoclonal antibodies and sets quality standards for marketing authorization of these products in Europe.
This candidate has 12 years of experience in drug discovery, primarily focused on oncology therapeutic targets involving cell biology assays and general laboratory skills. They currently serve as a lead scientist and lab group head presenting data to project teams. They are seeking a senior scientist role and have experience in areas like cell culture, proliferation assays, microscopy, and data analysis software. They have worked at companies like Novartis and Piramed Pharma.
This document summarizes a study that investigated the phenotypic and genotypic properties of silver nanoparticles produced by Morganella morganii bacteria isolated from patients with catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTI) in Iraq. Nine M. morganii isolates were recovered from urine samples of male CAUTI patients. The isolates were able to extracellularly synthesize silver nanoparticles when exposed to silver nitrate, as indicated by a color change of the solution and UV-Vis spectroscopy showing surface plasmon resonance between 400-500nm. X-ray diffraction analysis confirmed the production of silver nanoparticles. The ability of M. morganii to produce silver nanoparticles with potential antimicrobial properties was demonstrated genotypically and phenotypically
This document discusses the opportunities and challenges of complex cell models for toxicity testing. It describes how next generation models using stem, primary and CRISPR edited cells in 3D organoids can better mimic the biological environment and improve translation to patients compared to traditional 2D single cell models. Specific complex cell models discussed include a 3D cardiac model using iPSC-derived cardiomyocytes, fibroblasts and endothelial cells to detect cardiotoxicity, as well as blood brain barrier and liver models. While these connected organ-on-chip models show potential, challenges remain around fully defining and validating the models, addressing missing organ systems and targets, achieving scalability and comparability, and demonstrating improved predictivity and translation to human outcomes.
Bionanotechnology utilizes biological systems optimized through evolution like cells, proteins, and nucleic acids to create functional nanostructures made of organic and inorganic materials. It combines nanotechnology and biotechnology, originally designed to manipulate nanostructures for basic and applied biological studies. Recombinant DNA technology is central to bionanotechnology as it allows for mutation, recombination, and sequencing of genes. Monoclonal antibodies are identical antibodies cloned from a single parent cell that can be targeted as "magic bullets" against diseases. Nanowires are promising for new biosensor platforms due to properties like size, aspect ratio, and ability to exploit electrical sensing.
This document describes a new method for rapidly prototyping microfluidic systems using poly(dimethylsiloxane) (PDMS). A microfluidic channel network is designed, printed onto a transparency mask, and then transferred via photolithography into a PDMS mold. PDMS replicas are sealed together or to other substrates like glass through plasma oxidation. This allows for quick design, fabrication, and testing of microfluidic devices in less than 24 hours. As a demonstration, the document reports using this technique to build a miniaturized capillary electrophoresis system and separate amino acids and DNA fragments.
Regenerative Medicine: Impact of Convergence on Drug, Device, and Biologics D...MaRS Discovery District
Speaker Dr. Annemarie Moseley, CEO of Aggregate Therapeutics (Palo Alto) explores how drug-device combination products are altering the medical practice from development to regulation to treatment.
Part of the MaRS Emerging Technologies Event Series. More information on the series can be found here:
http://www.marsdd.com/emergingtech/
Explore the Illumina workflow, including sequencing by synthesis (SBS) technology, in 3-dimensional detail. Go from sample preparation, to cluster generation, to sequencing on a system flow cell with the proprietary SBS process.
Creative Biolabs is a leading service provider that focuses on antibody engineering for research, diagnostic and therapeutic use. Our service portfolio includes antibody affinity maturation, antibody stability improvement, chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) construction, scFv/Fab construction and other antibody specialization and modification services.
This document discusses the development of nanotechnology-enabled chemical sensors and biosensors. It provides examples of applications that would benefit from portable, low-cost sensors, such as point-of-care medicine and environmental monitoring. The document outlines various nanomaterials and technologies being used to create miniaturized, sensitive sensors, including the use of carbon nanotubes, metal oxides, and transistors to detect chemicals and biomolecules. It also discusses potential applications for disease surveillance and bioterrorism prevention.
The document describes a study that used functional genomics to discover the molecular basis of colistin resistance in Shewanella algae MARS 14. Researchers constructed a genomic expression library of S. algae MARS 14 in E. coli and screened it to select clones resistant to colistin. Sequencing of the resistant clones identified a unique gene, ethanolamine phosphotransferase (EptA), in all clones. EptA overexpression was found to confer colistin resistance by modifying LPS and increasing 27-fold in expression in S. algae MARS 14.
This document provides information about a book on methods and protocols for studying MERS-Coronavirus (MERS-CoV). It begins with an introduction to the Methods in Molecular Biology book series and the editor of this particular volume. The preface then outlines the book's organization into four parts covering the evolution and entry of MERS-CoV, genetic alteration and structural determination of MERS-CoV proteins, quantitation of virus and antiviral factors, and mouse models for MERS-CoV. In total, the book consolidates techniques for studying MERS-CoV that were previously dispersed in order to act as a reference for future coronavirus outbreaks.
SMi Group's 3d Cell Culture 2019 conferenceDale Butler
This document provides information on the 3rd Annual Conference on 3D Cell Culture taking place on February 20-21, 2019 in London, UK.
The conference will feature presentations and panel discussions on developing 3D cell culture technologies and their applications in drug development and disease modeling. Speakers will discuss topics such as organ-on-chip technologies, 3D bioprinting, developing translationally relevant 3D models, and using organoids and 3D neuronal/retinal models for toxicity testing. A pre-conference workshop on February 19th will demonstrate a new technique for histological assessment of 3D spheroid arrays.
This document summarizes antibody engineering techniques. It discusses DNA sequencing of antibody genes to determine sequences, modeling antibody combining sites, and changing antibody structures through altering CDR orientations or residues. The limitations of hybridoma technology include inability to alter antibody properties and issues with murine antibodies in humans. Recent technologies involve recombinant antibody methods using DNA manipulation to make new heavy and light chain combinations or mutate CDRs, allowing control over antibody properties.
CHI's Bioassays for Immuno-Oncology Symposium, Oct. 23, 2017 in Washington, DCJames Prudhomme
Biological assays demonstrating drug characteristics such as potency, mechanism-of-action, and stability, are one of the most critical components of an FDA biologic submission. However, with more complex mechanisms-of-action, immunotherapies add a layer of difficulty to bioassay selection and development. At Cambridge Healthtech Institute's Inaugural Bioassays for Immuno-Oncology symposium, experts in bioassays for immuno-oncology therapies will discuss selection, development, and standards for bioassays and immunoassays. Special attention will be given to understanding the mechanism-of-action for immunotherapies, whether they be antibody- or cell-based. Overall, this one-day immersive symposium will outline a product life cycle approach for developing and implementing biological assays from preclinical studies to clinical development. This symposium is part of the Immunogenicity & Bioassay Summit.
PEGS Korea 2015 the essential protein engineering summitNicole Proulx
PEGS is Cambridge Healthtech institute (CHI)’s flagship biologics meeting, and is widely considered the industry’s leading event on protein and antibody engineering. Its successful accolades include an annual attendance of over 1800 participants at the PEGS Summit in Boston; a record attendance of over 500 attendees at PEGS Europe this year; a successful launch of PEGS China in 2014, and now, the announcement of the first PEGS Korea to be launched in September 2015.
The 3-day Inaugural PEGS Korea will bring together an international faculty consisting of scientists, engineers and executives from all over the world to share their expertise and experiences in protein and antibody engineering, particularly in developing next-generation therapeutics including ADCs, bispecifics, and immunomodulating antibodies.
In its third year, “PEGS China: Protein and Antibody Engineering & Development Summit” returns to Shanghai for 3 days of inspiring presentations and case studies featuring the latest trends and future potential of China’s biotech industry.
This year’s event comprises four content-driven conferences with over sixty global speakers, plus a new 1-day seminar on clinical & regulatory strategies for global and domestic IND and BLA filings. In addition, dedicated exhibit hall and poster viewing hours will provide invaluable opportunities for networking, deal-making and ideas exchange.
This document discusses viral nanoparticles and their applications. It begins with an introduction to viruses and their structure. Viruses can be engineered as nanomachines through genetic engineering, bioconjugation, biomineralization, and encapsulation. Viral nanoparticles have applications in targeted drug delivery, vaccines, imaging, and plant disease management. Challenges include issues with purity, scaling up production, and structural complexity. Overall, viral nanoparticles show promise as biological nanocarriers for applications in biomedicine and agriculture due to their ability to be chemically and genetically modified to carry drugs, toxins, and targeting sequences.
Oncolytic viruses(OVs)are viral strains that can infect and kill malignant cells without harming normal cells, while simultaneously stimulate the immune system and creating system antitumor immunity. Oncolytic viruses have become one of the aglare immunotherapies that have been extensively studied and developed.
Creative Biolabs is a world-renowned service provider for immunotherapy. Taking advantage of the OncoVirapy™ platform, Creative Biolabs provides a comprehensive overview on the basic biology that support OVs as cancer therapeutic agents, including properties of inherent and engineered oncolytic viruses, mechanisms of viral targeting cancer cells, mechanisms of action of viruses killing cancer cells (induction of local and systemic anti-tumor immunity). Based on this basic knowledge review, we hope you can have a comprehensive understanding of OVs and quickly capture one of the frontiers of immunotherapy research.
Charles lee human genome structural variant consortium updateGenomeInABottle
This document summarizes the findings of the Human Genome Structural Variation Consortium (HGSV) which used multiple technologies including Illumina, PacBio, BioNano Genomics, 10X Genomics, and Strand-Seq to comprehensively discover structural variations in selected individual genomes. Key findings include the identification of on average 818,181 indels, 31,599 structural variations over 50bp, and 121 inversions per person. Combining different technologies allowed for a 7-fold increase in detected structural variations per person compared to previous studies. No single technology was found to be comprehensive.
SciLifeLab is a Swedish national center for molecular biosciences that develops and provides advanced technologies for health and environmental research. It offers a cross-disciplinary research setting that interacts with healthcare, industry, and academia. SciLifeLab comprises multiple technology platforms across Swedish universities that provide services like genomics, proteomics, metabolomics, structural biology, chemical biology, imaging, and bioinformatics. It contributes to thousands of research projects annually and aims to advance life sciences research and applications.
The document summarizes a conference on microfluidics technologies being held on October 20-21, 2015 in London. The conference will bring together experts working in microfluidic development and applications for medical research. Over two days, talks will examine strategies and technologies in microfluidics, and feature case studies on using microfluidics in areas like point-of-care diagnostics, single cell analysis, and organ-on-a-chip applications. Confirmed speakers include professors from universities in Europe and the US. The conference aims to provide a forum for networking and exploring how microfluidics can progress medical research and patient care.
This document provides guidelines for the development, production, characterization, and specifications of monoclonal antibodies and related products intended for human use. It covers quality requirements for monoclonal antibodies to be used as medicinal products, including guidelines for development of the monoclonal antibody, production considerations regarding platform manufacturing and viral safety, characterization of physicochemical, immunological and biological properties, and specifications. The document replaces previous guidelines on monoclonal antibodies and sets quality standards for marketing authorization of these products in Europe.
This candidate has 12 years of experience in drug discovery, primarily focused on oncology therapeutic targets involving cell biology assays and general laboratory skills. They currently serve as a lead scientist and lab group head presenting data to project teams. They are seeking a senior scientist role and have experience in areas like cell culture, proliferation assays, microscopy, and data analysis software. They have worked at companies like Novartis and Piramed Pharma.
This document summarizes a study that investigated the phenotypic and genotypic properties of silver nanoparticles produced by Morganella morganii bacteria isolated from patients with catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTI) in Iraq. Nine M. morganii isolates were recovered from urine samples of male CAUTI patients. The isolates were able to extracellularly synthesize silver nanoparticles when exposed to silver nitrate, as indicated by a color change of the solution and UV-Vis spectroscopy showing surface plasmon resonance between 400-500nm. X-ray diffraction analysis confirmed the production of silver nanoparticles. The ability of M. morganii to produce silver nanoparticles with potential antimicrobial properties was demonstrated genotypically and phenotypically
This document discusses the opportunities and challenges of complex cell models for toxicity testing. It describes how next generation models using stem, primary and CRISPR edited cells in 3D organoids can better mimic the biological environment and improve translation to patients compared to traditional 2D single cell models. Specific complex cell models discussed include a 3D cardiac model using iPSC-derived cardiomyocytes, fibroblasts and endothelial cells to detect cardiotoxicity, as well as blood brain barrier and liver models. While these connected organ-on-chip models show potential, challenges remain around fully defining and validating the models, addressing missing organ systems and targets, achieving scalability and comparability, and demonstrating improved predictivity and translation to human outcomes.
Bionanotechnology utilizes biological systems optimized through evolution like cells, proteins, and nucleic acids to create functional nanostructures made of organic and inorganic materials. It combines nanotechnology and biotechnology, originally designed to manipulate nanostructures for basic and applied biological studies. Recombinant DNA technology is central to bionanotechnology as it allows for mutation, recombination, and sequencing of genes. Monoclonal antibodies are identical antibodies cloned from a single parent cell that can be targeted as "magic bullets" against diseases. Nanowires are promising for new biosensor platforms due to properties like size, aspect ratio, and ability to exploit electrical sensing.
This document describes a new method for rapidly prototyping microfluidic systems using poly(dimethylsiloxane) (PDMS). A microfluidic channel network is designed, printed onto a transparency mask, and then transferred via photolithography into a PDMS mold. PDMS replicas are sealed together or to other substrates like glass through plasma oxidation. This allows for quick design, fabrication, and testing of microfluidic devices in less than 24 hours. As a demonstration, the document reports using this technique to build a miniaturized capillary electrophoresis system and separate amino acids and DNA fragments.
Regenerative Medicine: Impact of Convergence on Drug, Device, and Biologics D...MaRS Discovery District
Speaker Dr. Annemarie Moseley, CEO of Aggregate Therapeutics (Palo Alto) explores how drug-device combination products are altering the medical practice from development to regulation to treatment.
Part of the MaRS Emerging Technologies Event Series. More information on the series can be found here:
http://www.marsdd.com/emergingtech/
Explore the Illumina workflow, including sequencing by synthesis (SBS) technology, in 3-dimensional detail. Go from sample preparation, to cluster generation, to sequencing on a system flow cell with the proprietary SBS process.
Creative Biolabs is a leading service provider that focuses on antibody engineering for research, diagnostic and therapeutic use. Our service portfolio includes antibody affinity maturation, antibody stability improvement, chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) construction, scFv/Fab construction and other antibody specialization and modification services.
This document discusses the development of nanotechnology-enabled chemical sensors and biosensors. It provides examples of applications that would benefit from portable, low-cost sensors, such as point-of-care medicine and environmental monitoring. The document outlines various nanomaterials and technologies being used to create miniaturized, sensitive sensors, including the use of carbon nanotubes, metal oxides, and transistors to detect chemicals and biomolecules. It also discusses potential applications for disease surveillance and bioterrorism prevention.
The document describes a study that used functional genomics to discover the molecular basis of colistin resistance in Shewanella algae MARS 14. Researchers constructed a genomic expression library of S. algae MARS 14 in E. coli and screened it to select clones resistant to colistin. Sequencing of the resistant clones identified a unique gene, ethanolamine phosphotransferase (EptA), in all clones. EptA overexpression was found to confer colistin resistance by modifying LPS and increasing 27-fold in expression in S. algae MARS 14.
This document provides information about a book on methods and protocols for studying MERS-Coronavirus (MERS-CoV). It begins with an introduction to the Methods in Molecular Biology book series and the editor of this particular volume. The preface then outlines the book's organization into four parts covering the evolution and entry of MERS-CoV, genetic alteration and structural determination of MERS-CoV proteins, quantitation of virus and antiviral factors, and mouse models for MERS-CoV. In total, the book consolidates techniques for studying MERS-CoV that were previously dispersed in order to act as a reference for future coronavirus outbreaks.
SMi Group's 3d Cell Culture 2019 conferenceDale Butler
This document provides information on the 3rd Annual Conference on 3D Cell Culture taking place on February 20-21, 2019 in London, UK.
The conference will feature presentations and panel discussions on developing 3D cell culture technologies and their applications in drug development and disease modeling. Speakers will discuss topics such as organ-on-chip technologies, 3D bioprinting, developing translationally relevant 3D models, and using organoids and 3D neuronal/retinal models for toxicity testing. A pre-conference workshop on February 19th will demonstrate a new technique for histological assessment of 3D spheroid arrays.
This document summarizes antibody engineering techniques. It discusses DNA sequencing of antibody genes to determine sequences, modeling antibody combining sites, and changing antibody structures through altering CDR orientations or residues. The limitations of hybridoma technology include inability to alter antibody properties and issues with murine antibodies in humans. Recent technologies involve recombinant antibody methods using DNA manipulation to make new heavy and light chain combinations or mutate CDRs, allowing control over antibody properties.
CHI's Bioassays for Immuno-Oncology Symposium, Oct. 23, 2017 in Washington, DCJames Prudhomme
Biological assays demonstrating drug characteristics such as potency, mechanism-of-action, and stability, are one of the most critical components of an FDA biologic submission. However, with more complex mechanisms-of-action, immunotherapies add a layer of difficulty to bioassay selection and development. At Cambridge Healthtech Institute's Inaugural Bioassays for Immuno-Oncology symposium, experts in bioassays for immuno-oncology therapies will discuss selection, development, and standards for bioassays and immunoassays. Special attention will be given to understanding the mechanism-of-action for immunotherapies, whether they be antibody- or cell-based. Overall, this one-day immersive symposium will outline a product life cycle approach for developing and implementing biological assays from preclinical studies to clinical development. This symposium is part of the Immunogenicity & Bioassay Summit.
PEGS Korea 2015 the essential protein engineering summitNicole Proulx
PEGS is Cambridge Healthtech institute (CHI)’s flagship biologics meeting, and is widely considered the industry’s leading event on protein and antibody engineering. Its successful accolades include an annual attendance of over 1800 participants at the PEGS Summit in Boston; a record attendance of over 500 attendees at PEGS Europe this year; a successful launch of PEGS China in 2014, and now, the announcement of the first PEGS Korea to be launched in September 2015.
The 3-day Inaugural PEGS Korea will bring together an international faculty consisting of scientists, engineers and executives from all over the world to share their expertise and experiences in protein and antibody engineering, particularly in developing next-generation therapeutics including ADCs, bispecifics, and immunomodulating antibodies.
In its third year, “PEGS China: Protein and Antibody Engineering & Development Summit” returns to Shanghai for 3 days of inspiring presentations and case studies featuring the latest trends and future potential of China’s biotech industry.
This year’s event comprises four content-driven conferences with over sixty global speakers, plus a new 1-day seminar on clinical & regulatory strategies for global and domestic IND and BLA filings. In addition, dedicated exhibit hall and poster viewing hours will provide invaluable opportunities for networking, deal-making and ideas exchange.
Join us in Boston this coming Fall to attend Cambridge Healthtech Institute's (CHI) 2nd Annual FAST: Functional Analysis & Screening Technologies Congress on November 17-19, 2014 and meet with a community of 250+ biologists, screening managers, assay developers, engineers and pharmacologists dedicated to improving in vitro cell models and phenotypic screening to advance drug discovery and development at 6 conferences: Phenotypic Drug Discovery (Part I & II), Engineering Functional 3D Models, Screening and Functional Analysis of 3D Models, Organotypic Culture Models for Toxicology and Physiologically-Relevant Cellular Tumor Models for Drug Discovery. Delegates have the opportunity to share insights in interactive panel discussions and connect during networking breaks. View innovative technologies and scientific research revolutionizing early-stage drug discovery in the exhibit/poster hall.
Immunogenicity and Bioassay Summit, Baltimore, MD November 17-19, 2015David Cunningham
Thinking about attending the Immunogenicity and Bioassay Summit, but have questions? I would be more than happy to walk you through the program agenda, pricing options and answer any questions you may have. In the meantime, don’t forget about the savings deadline coming up Friday, October 16th!
Call David at 781-972-5472 if you would like to join us!
2nd Epigenetics Discovery congress - Latest agendaTony Couch
Advancements in Epigenetics have certainly given us huge breakthroughs in drug discovery, development and effective diagnosis of diseases. Scientists are working towards making new developments and address challenges in epigenetics for cancer, neurodegenerative diseases and other ailments. The Epigenetics Discovery Congress will provide a platform to such scientists to present their work, learn what their peers are doing, share experiences and overcome challenges that the industry is facing.....
2nd Epigenetics Discovery Congress - Latest agendaTony Couch
The 2nd Annual Epigenetics Discovery Congress will take place September 8-9, 2016 in London. The conference will explore the potential of epigenetics in novel and existing therapeutics. It will focus on emerging trends in drug discovery, including evolving targets, inhibitors, biomarkers and clinical success across diseases. Over two days, speakers will discuss topics such as epigenetic regulation, environmental impacts, translational challenges, clinical biomarkers, cancer, neurodevelopment, and new inhibitor scaffolds. The goal is to provide a platform for researchers and industry to network, showcase discoveries, and discuss advances in the application of epigenetics to drug development.
PEGS - the essential protein & antibody engineering summitJames Prudhomme
Over 1,600 participants will gather in Boston’s historic Seaport District for open forum discussions and collaboration in the areas of protein & antibody engineering, oncology, expression, analytical, safety, and - new this year- bioprocessing and therapeutics programming.
The document summarizes the 14th Annual PepTalk conference organized by Cambridge Healthtech Institute. The conference will be held from January 19-23, 2015 in San Diego, CA and will feature over 1,200 international participants from industry, academia and government. It will include 20 conferences, 13 short courses, 325 speaker presentations, 80 roundtable discussions, 100 exhibitors and 125 research posters on topics related to protein engineering, antibody therapeutics, formulation, production, analytics and purification. A keynote speech will be given by Dr. John Yates from The Scripps Research Institute on advances in proteomics. The conference provides numerous opportunities for education, innovation and networking in the protein science field.
The Bioprocessing Summit
August 18-22, 2014 | Boston, MA
http://www.bioprocessingsummit.com
The Bioprocessing Summit brings together international leaders to discuss today's bioprocess issues from cell line
selection to bioproduction. The Summit provides practical details in a relaxed, congenial atmosphere that promotes information exchange and networking.
The Bioprocessing Summit continues to grow, and now comprises 12 distinct meetings in one event, including cell
culture, purification, bioproduction, quality, formulation, and novel biotherapeutic formats. The Summit also features small-group breakout discussions, networking in the busy exhibit hall, an extensive poster display, and an array of in-depth short courses and training seminars. For the full listing of speakers at this year's Summit, please click here.
This leading bioprocess meeting is hosted in Boston each summer along the lively and cosmopolitan harbor
waterfront. Hundreds of bioprocess professionals come together each year at the Summit to share practical
solutions for today’s laboratory challenges with researchers from around the world. Please visit the website www.bioprocessingsummit.com for more information and to register.
SMi Group's 7th annual Advances in Cell Based Assays conferenceDale Butler
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Paul W.H.I. Parren, Ph.D.,
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“I was pleased to find so many scientists in the European industrial
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Kathleen H., Ph.D., Scientist, Cell and Systems Biology,
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3. MORNING SHORT COURSES
MONDAY, 2 NOVEMBER, 9:00 – 12:30
SC1: Engineering of Bispecific Antibodies
Nicolas Fischer, Ph.D., Head, Research, Novimmune SA
Michela Silacci, Director, Discovery Research, Covagen AG, one of the Janssen
Pharmaceutical Companies of J&J
By attending this interactive workshop, you will learn about the various approaches
used for the engineering of bispecific antibodies and bispecific scaffold-based binding
proteins. Different technologies will be compared, and examples for applications
of bispecific antibodies in drug development will be presented with a focus on
candidates that are currently being evaluated in clinical trials. Opportunities and
challenges in the field of bispecific antibodies will be discussed.
SC2: Mutation and Selection Strategies for Multi-Parameter
Antibody Optimisation
William Finlay, Ph.D., Senior Director, Global BiotherapeuticTechnologies, Pfizer, Inc.
Orla Cunningham, Ph.D., Associate Director, Global BiotherapeuticTechnologies,
Pfizer, Inc.
In therapeutic antibody discovery, few lead molecules meet all of the demanding
standards required to become a drug. As a result, most antibodies will require some
form of engineering and optimisation.This course aims to help attendees navigate the
complex workflows and technological options required to be successful.
SC3: CHO Cell Engineering
Anton Bauer, Ph.D., COO,The Antibody Lab
Simon Fischer, Ph.D., Research Scientist, Institute of Applied Biotechnology,
University of Applied Sciences Biberach
Zhiwei Song, Ph.D., Principal Scientist, Lead PI for GlycoSing Programme,
BioprocessingTechnology Institute, A*STAR
Recombinant protein therapeutics have proven their worth as invaluable
pharmaceuticals. Chinese hamster ovary (CHO) cells are the primary choice by
industry for the production of these proteins, owing to their capacity for correct
folding, assembly and posttranslational modification.The growing demand for
therapeutic proteins necessitates the development of new technologies for high
quality and productivity in CHO expression systems.This course explores CHO cell
engineering strategies to improve and select for the highest producers.
SC4: Protein Purification Strategies: Dealing with Proteins that Are
Prone to Aggregate
Mario Lebendiker, Ph.D., Head, Protein Purification Facility, Wolfson Centre for
Applied Structural Biology,The Hebrew University of Jerusalem
This course will provide a comprehensive and detailed outline of hands-on issues
for purifying proteins. We will first address general considerations about the protein
we want to produce, including issues of activity, solubility, homogeneity, purity, and
proper oligomeric conformation. Aggregation is one of the main obstacles in protein
production, so we will look at how to monitor for aggregation and comprehend its
mechanism. We will also discuss how to check for the optimal solubility conditions at
the expression level, and our comprehensive approach for optimizing solubility during
purification. We will also discuss expression screening methodology, environmental
factors to consider during purification, families of additives, and screening for
additives. Lastly, we will address ways to avoid aggregation, as well as setting up
protein concentration and storage.
DINNER SHORT COURSES
THURSDAY, 5 NOVEMBER, 17:30 – 20:30
SC6:Troubleshooting and Engineering of Antibody Constructs
Jonas Schaefer, Ph.D., Head, High-Throughput Binder Selection Facility, Biochemistry,
University of Zurich
Julia Neugebauer, Ph.D., Associate Director, Leader Discovery Programs, MorphoSys AG
Recombinant antibodies vary widely in their biophysical characteristics, from stable
monomers to metastable aggregation-prone oligomers. In particular, antibody variable
domains differ in their intrinsic thermodynamic stability and may require labour-
intensive engineering. It is therefore essential to implement antibody engineering
strategies in screening and initial characterisation project phases in order to avoid
time and cost consuming optimisation strategies in later development. In addition, it
is critical to understand how the poor stability of individual variable domains not only
limits the biophysical properties of small fragments, but also affects the production
yield, stability and homogeneity of full-length IgGs containing these domains.
SC7: Immunotherapy in the 21st Century: More Specificity, More
Potency, BetterTargeting
Christian Klein, Ph.D., Head, Oncology Programs, Roche Pharmaceutical Research &
Early Development, Roche Innovation Center Zurich
Jos Melenhorst, Ph.D., Director, Product Development & Correlative Sciences Labs,
University of Pennsylvania
Part One of this course will give an overview of validated and emerging targets
for cancer immunotherapy and mechanisms of action of antibody-based cancer
immunotherapy. It will cover ADCC-enhanced antibodies,T cell bispecific antibodies,
CAR-T; and checkpoint inhibitory and agonistic antibodies. PartTwo will discuss
current cellular therapies of cancer, and how the synergy of basic biology, translational
research, and biotechnology have allowed us to better target tumour cells, enhance
the potency, and look for new ways to collaborate across the immune system.
SC8:The Challenge of Protein Aggregation and Formation of Sub
Visible Particles in the Development of Biopharmaceuticals
Tudor Arvinte, Ph.D., Chairman & CEO,Therapeomic, Inc.
Attendees of this 3-hour short course will gain a critical overview of the complexity
and diversity of the aggregation and sub-visible particles of peptide and protein
biopharmaceuticals and on strategies to overcome these issues. The course will
cover different aggregation mechanisms; available techniques for detection of
aggregation and impurities and how these methods can be applied; strategies for
developing stable peptide drug formulations using HT analysis and HT formulation
platforms; as well as aggregation of biopharmaceuticals in human plasma – a new
development and research field.
SC9: AdvancedTechniques for Characterisation of Protein Aggregates,
Particulates and Contaminants
Matthew Brown, Ph.D., Life Science Specialist, Malvern Instruments
Amber Fradkin, Ph.D., Associate Director, R&D, KBI Biopharma
Stacy Kenyon, Ph.D., Scientist, Bioscience Development Initiative, Malvern Instruments
Understanding the complex process of protein aggregation is key to the
implementation of QbD approaches during biotherapeutic development or
deviation resolution of legacy products. Such in-depth understanding relies on the
implementation of advanced characterization technologies. Using these advanced
techniques, the biopharmaceutical industry is now offered detailed insights into
protein behaviour, allowing evaluation of product stability and process impact.This
course will cover some of the latest technologies for advanced characterization
of protein therapeutics, together with case studies from industry, on how such
approaches can be implemented for product development and understanding.
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MONDAY, 2 NOVEMBER
12:00 Conference Registration
COMBINED KEYNOTE SESSION
13:40 PEGS EuropeTeam Welcome
13:45 Chairperson’s Opening Remarks
Darrell Sleep, Director, Novozymes Biopharma R&D
13:50 Protein Engineering for New Modes
of Actions and NewTargets
Andreas G. Plückthun, Ph.D., Professor & Director, Biochemistry,
University of Zurich
Using different display technologies and structure-based engineering,
the possibilities of hitting extra- and intracellular targets will be
discussed, with an emphasis on extending the modes of action previously
possible. The lecture will emphasise the need for interdisciplinary approaches.
14:30Targeting Ion Channels
Tristan J. Vaughan, Ph.D., Senior Director, Antibody Discovery &
Protein Engineering, MedImmune Ltd.
Ion channels are complex integral membrane proteins that form a
pore through which ions selectively pass down an electrochemical
gradient. They are prominent components of the nervous system where
they can mediate transduction across synapses. Hence, certain channels
represent good drug targets, especially for alleviating pain. Approaches will be
described to target such ion channels with antibody-based drugs and a case
study presented.
15:10 Current and FutureTrends in AntibodyTherapeutics
Paul W.H.I. Parren, Ph.D., Senior Vice President & Scientific Director,
Preclinical Development & Research, Genmab
Targeted treatment using antibody therapeutics has proved
successful in the development of meaningful treatments in diverse
therapeutic areas. However, despite strong advances, many patients still fail
to respond or become resistant to targeted treatment and novel innovative
approaches to improve therapy are therefore required. Genetic and chemical
engineering of antibodies, fueled by recent molecular insights, is providing
important opportunities for the development of more potent antibody
therapeutics. Examples from Genmab’s portfolio will be provided.
15:50 Refreshment Break in the Exhibit Hall with Poster Viewing
EUKARYOTIC DISPLAY
16:30 Chairperson’s Remarks
John McCafferty, Ph.D., Co-Founder, Director and CEO, IONTAS Ltd.
16:35Yeast-Based Platform to Select Rare Specificities and High
Affinity Antibodies
Trevor A. Wattam, Ph.D., Manager, Biopharm Discovery Group, GlaxoSmithKline
This talk will provide an overview of GSK experiences with Adimab’s yeast-based
platform. It will provide an overview of the lead discovery processes. In addition a
couple of case studies will be presented demonstrating the power of employing
FACS-based selection to identify rare specificities and select high affinity antibodies.
17:05 Construction and Use of Large Antibody Libraries in
Mammalian Cells
John McCafferty, Ph.D., Co-Founder, Director and CEO, IONTAS Ltd.
Using nuclease-directed integration of antibody genes we have constructed large
libraries in mammalian cells containing a single antibody gene/cell. This allows
surface display of antibodies, including IgG formatted antibodies, on the cell surface.
This will permit the screening of millions of clones by flow sorting and provide
information on both expression level and the extent of binding within the cell types
used for antibody production.
17:35 Antibody Library Display on a Mammalian Sponsored by
Virus: Combining the Advantages of Panning and Cell
Sorting in OneTechnology
Ernest S. Smith, Ph.D., Senior Vice President, Research & Chief Scientific Officer,
Vaccinex, Inc.
We have developed an antibody discovery platform that enables efficient
mammalian cell based expression of a library of human antibodies in full length IgG
format on the surface of a mammalian virus. Upon infection of mammalian cells the
antibody is not only incorporated into newly produced virus, it is also displayed on
the surface of the host cell. This technology allows us to combine the advantages of
virus panning and cell sorting into one technology.
18:05 Welcome Reception in the Exhibit Hall with Poster Viewing
19:05 End of Day One
TUESDAY, 3 NOVEMBER
07:45 Registration and Morning Coffee
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Kerry Chester, Ph.D., Professor, Molecular Medicine, University College London
Cancer Institute
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5. ANTIBODY ENGINEERING STREAM
2-3 November 2015 | SECOND ANNUAL
Display of Antibodies
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08:40 DNA-Encoded Chemical Libraries for the Isolation of High-
Affinity Binding Ligands: An Alternative to Antibodies
Dario Neri, Ph.D., Professor, Chemistry and Applied Biosciences, Swiss Federal
Institute of Technology (ETH Zürich)
The tagging of chemical compounds with DNA fragments, serving as amplifiable
identification barcodes, allows the construction and screening of libraries of
unprecedented size. The isolation of small organic ligands from DNA-encoded
chemical libraries facilitates drug discovery applications.
09:10 Deep Microfluidic Screening for Discovery of Rare Antibodies
with Optimal Properties
William S. Somers, Ph.D., Vice President, Global Biotherapeutic Technologies, Pfizer
We are in a collaboration with HiFi Bio to establish a next generation microfluidic
platform for antibody discovery that is allowing us to screen very large numbers of
B-cells from humans and immunized animals for molecules that possess properties
of interest. The massive throughput of the instrument and information rich assays
allow us to identify rare antibodies that have both the biological activity of interest
and favorable manufacturing properties.
09:40 PROBLEM SOLVING ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSIONS
Table 1:The Role of in vivo Molecular Imaging in the Development
of Immunotherapy
Moderator: Adam Badar, Ph.D., Head, Preclinical Nuclear Medicine, Centre for
Advanced Biomedical Imaging (CABI), University College London
Table 2: Comparison ofTechnologies: Hybridoma, Phage,
Transgenics and the Kitchen Sink
Moderator: Jacob Glanville, CSO, Distributed Bio LLC
Table 3: Next-Generation Sequencing of Phage Display Panning
Output Pools to Guide Antibody Lead Selection
Moderator: Stefan Ewert, Ph.D., Senior Investigator, NIBR Biologics Center,
Novartis Pharma AG
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USING DISPLAY FOR IMMUNOTHERAPY APPLICATIONS
11:15 Chairperson’s Remarks
Ernest S. Smith, Ph.D., Senior Vice President, Research & Chief Scientific Officer,
Vaccinex, Inc.
11:20 EngineeredT Cell Receptors asTools for the Study of Peptide–
MHC Interactions
Geir Åge Løset, Ph.D., Researcher, Centre for Immune Regulation and Department
of Biosciences, University of Oslo; CSO, Nextera AS
The use of phage display as tool to evolve cloned T cell receptors represents an
attractive avenue to generate reagents for mechanistic studies of native pMHC
engagement. We have systematically looked into domain format variants and phage
display engineering to obtain such functional soluble T cell receptors allowing for a
deeper disease mechanism elucidation within autoimmunity. In parallel, we have
also developed alternative pMHC-targeting units by phage display.
11:50 Multiscale, Multimodal in vivo Imaging of CART CellTherapies
Adam Badar, Ph.D., Head, Preclinical Nuclear Medicine, Centre for Advanced
Biomedical Imaging (CABI), University College London
Adoptive immunotherapy using chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) engineered T cells
has shown promising results in treating various cancer types. In vivo imaging plays
a key role in the development of CAR T cell therapies, allowing us to study their
homing, engraftment, expansion, persistence and demise longitudinally and non-
invasively in animal and man. This talk will provide an overview of current state-of-
the-art multiscale and multimodality imaging technologies available.
12:20 Screening and Charactersation of Biologics Sponsored by
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Paul Wylie, Ph.D., Head, Instrumentation Applications Group, TTP LabTech Limited
The mirrorball fluorescence cytometer is applicable to many stages within biologics
discovery from screening to identify hits to binding characterisation and monitoring
phenotypic responses. Streamlined no wash cell or bead-based assays provide
process efficiencies over standard Flow or ELISA formats, enabling you to do more
with precious samples and time.
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ANTIBODY GENERATION
14:30 Chairperson’s Remarks
Gregory A. Weiss, Ph.D., Professor of Chemistry, Molecular Biology and
Biochemistry, University of California, Irvine
14:35 Next-Generation Sequencing of Phage Display Panning Output
Pools to Guide Antibody Lead Selection
Stefan Ewert, Ph.D., Senior Investigator, NIBR Biologics Center, Novartis Pharma AG
With the availability of bench-top personal sequencers it is now possible to apply
Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) of Phage Display panning output pools during the
antibody discovery process. Starting with a polyclonal 1.0E+06 Phage Display output
pool after 3 panning cycles followed by adapted panning conditions and NGS analysis,
we have been able to predict cross-reactivity profiles and biophysical properties like
melting temperature of antibody candidates. Ultimately, we aim to replace classical
screening methods and rely solely on adapted panning strategies followed by NGS to
identify antibody leads out of the complete Phage Display output pool.
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2-3 November 2015 | SECOND ANNUAL
Display of Antibodies
Empowering Novel Biologics
15:05 Call of the Wild: A New Generation of Antibody Discovery from
Natural Sources
Jacob Glanville, CSO, Distributed Bio LLC
The integration of new immunological insights, phage indexing technologies,
and seven years NGS algorithm development has armed new design principles
to harvest antibodies from natural repertoires. First, we review modeled insights
gained from attempting to mimic nature by synthetic methods, with applications in
in vitro SHM replacement and novel humanization technology. Next, we present a
computationally-guided SuperHuman library built from natural sources. Finally, we
describe a Survivor library generated from the blood of an army of cancer survivors.
15:35 Phenotypic Screening for Novel AntibodyTargets in the
Tumour Microenvironment
Ralph R. Minter, Ph.D., Fellow, Antibody Discovery and Protein Engineering,
MedImmune Ltd.
There is growing interest in finding and validating novel targets in the tumour
microenvironment, especially in the burgeoning field of immunotherapy. We have
been using phage display and phenotypic screening of antibodies to identify
and validate novel targets both on cancer cells and immune cells which infiltrate
tumours. Examples will be given to demonstrate the advantages of phenotypic
screening for the identification of targets and drug leads in this context.
16:05 Combining the Benefits of Immunized Libraries, Sponsored by
in vitro Selections and Computational Design for
Antibody Discovery
Vera Molkenthin, Ph.D., Chief Scientist, AbCheck s.r.o
Rabbits are known to produce high affinity and diverse antibodies even against
difficult targets. A library-based method allows the humanization of the complete
VH/VL sequence repertoire of an immunized rabbit in one batch and offers a new
approach to antibody discovery. The libraries are computationally designed for
optimal developability properties, excluding T-cell epitopes and biochemical liabilities.
Special strategies allow the selection of antibodies with slow dissociation rates,
species cross reactivity and high thermal stabilities.
16:35 Refreshment Break in the Exhibit Hall
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TARGETING DIFFICULT ANTIGENS WITH
DISPLAYTECHNOLOGIES
17:10 Chairperson’s Remarks
Claire Dobson, Ph.D., Associate Director, Antibody Discovery & Protein Engineering,
MedImmune Ltd.
17:15 Dissecting and Engineering Phage-Displayed Membrane Proteins
Gregory A. Weiss, Ph.D., Professor of Chemistry, Molecular Biology and
Biochemistry, University of California, Irvine
Membrane proteins (MPs) control the cell’s communications, sensing and
responses to extracellular events. Yet MPs most remain off-limits to conventional
protein engineering. The Weiss laboratory has reported a new type of bacteriophage
allowing display and mutagenesis of this important class of proteins. The approach
opens new frontiers to dissect and tailor binding by MPs and their binding partners.
Several examples illustrating the power of the approach will be presented.
17:45 Computer-Guided Design of Antibodies Combined with Display
Technologies to Identify Antibodies to DifficultTargets
Yanay Ofran, Ph.D., Founder, Biolojic Design Ltd.
Display technologies select for binding, not for activity. But the functional effect
of an antibody is determined by the mode of binding, not only by the affinity. This
talk will present a data-driven computational approach for designing of libraries
that can yield binders with a preselected mode of binding. It has shown success in
designing antibodies against difficult targets as well as bi-specific antibodies.
18:15Targeted Modulation of hERG Channel Activity with scFv
Antibody Fragments
Carol A. Harley, Ph.D., Research Scientist, Structural Biochemistry, IBMC- Instituto
de Biologia Molecular e Celular
The KCNH voltage-dependent potassium channels have key roles in diseases such
as cardiac LQT2 syndrome, schizophrenia and cancer. The intracellular domains of
the hERG ion channel are important for modulating it´s activation properties. We
have isolated and identified novel scFv antibodies that target specific regions within
the N-terminal cytoplasmic domain of the hERG channel which modulate channel
kinetics. This opens up a novel mode of ion channel modulation.
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4-5 November 2015 | SEVENTH ANNUAL
Bispecifics and Novel Biotherapeutics
Platform Development, Structure/Function Relationship, and Target and Target Pair Selection
Recommended Short Courses*
SC1: Engineering of Bispecific Antibodies
SC2: Mutation and Selection Strategies for Multi-Parameter
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SC6:Troubleshooting and Engineering of Antibody Constructs
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WEDNESDAY, 4 NOVEMBER
07:45 Registration and Morning Coffee
BISPECIFIC PLATFORMS
08:30 Chairperson’s Opening Remarks
Jonas V. Schaefer, Ph.D., Head, High-Throughput Binder Selection Facility,
Biochemistry, University of Zurich
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08:35 Re-Envisioning “Classical” CancerTherapy through the Lens
of the Immune System to Develop Optimal Combination Immune
Therapies
Israel Lowy, M.D., Ph.D., Vice-President, Clinical Sciences; Head,
Translational Science and Oncology, Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Regeneron is conducting new clinical trials with REGN1979, an
anti-CD20xCD3 bispecific antibody, to treat CD20+ NHL or CLL, and
REGN2810, an anti-PD-1 mAb for multiple tumor types. Each is being developed
as an immunologic foundation for therapeutic regimens capable of eliciting
durable responses. Further augmentation of anti-tumor activity by combination
with classical agents will not rely on standard of care dosing, but instead seek to
optimize their immune enhancing effects.
09:20 Seamless Bispecific Antibody Discovery and Development
Using the Duobody Platform: An EGFR x cMet Case Study
Janine Schuurman, Ph.D., Vice President, Research, Genmab B.V.
The DuoBody platform represents a novel and elegant post-production technology
for the generation of stable bispecific antibodies. General strategies, and
considerations, for bispecific antibody discovery will be discussed. The suitability of
the DuoBody platform for bispecific discovery approaches, showing the importance
of doing this in the final format - illustrated by surprising findings, will be shown in a
case study selecting a lead cMetxEGFR bispecific antibody.
09:50 Generation, Novel Insights and Clinical Update of Factor VIII
Mimetic Bispecific Anti-Factor IXa/Factor X IgG Antibody
Tomoyuki Igawa, Ph.D., Group Manager, Discovery Research, Chugai Pharmaceutical
ACE910 is a humanised anti-factors IXa and X bispecific IgG that places two factors
into proximity and mimics factor VIII function for treating hemophilia A overcoming
the issues of current treatment. Generation of ACE910, novel insights in unique
contribution of non-antigen contacting region on the activity, and interim data of the
Phase I and extension study combined will be presented.
10:20 Engineering Next-Generation Biotherapeutics:
Developability & Manufacturability
Maria Wendt, Ph.D., Head, Science, Biologics, Genedata
Next-generation biotherapeutics, specifically bi- and multi-specifics, alternative
scaffolds, and ADCs, provide significant advantages over traditional IgG-based
molecules. However, as highly engineered molecules they pose new design,
cloning, expression, purification, and analytics challenges. Our workflow platform
automates the engineering, production, and testing of large panels of these candidate
therapeutic molecules. We demonstrate the platform’s capability to explore the huge
combinatorial space of novel molecule-specific designs, its high-throughput capability,
and its built-in tools for developability and manufacturability assessments.
10:50 Coffee Break in the Exhibit Hall with Poster Viewing
11:30 Development of Dual-Targeting Anti-CD47 Bispecific Antibodies
Krzysztof Masternak, Ph.D., Head, Biology, Research, Novimmune SA
Dual-targeting antibodies (kλ-bodies) allow selective CD47 neutralisation in cancer
cells expressing a particular cell surface antigen (in this case, CD19 or mesothelin),
which is important, given that CD47 is ubiquitously expressed – including in
RBC, platelets and other blood cells. I will present recent in vivo and in vitro data
showing that our dual-targeting anti-CD47 bispecific antibodies have superior
pharmacological properties in the clinic (PK, toxicity, a broad therapeutic window) as
compared to monoclonal anti-CD47 antibodies.
12:00 Novel Bispecific Antibodies forTreatment of Chronic Hepatitis B
Virus Infection and AssociatedTumours
Felix Bohne, Ph.D., Principal Investigator, Institute of Virology, Helmholtz Centre Munich
Chronic hepatitis B is characterised by exhausted effector cells incapable of
eradicating the virus. To circumvent this limitation, HBV-specific retargeting of
immune effector cells using bispecific monoclonal antibody (BiMab) constructs is
a promising therapeutic approach. ScFv-driven tetravalent BiMab showed excellent
PBMC-retargeting efficacy and in vitro killing of HBV-transgenic and infected
hepatocytes. Translation into a relevant humanised mouse model yielded first proof-
of-principle results targeting HBV-positive tumours.
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4-5 November 2015 | SEVENTH ANNUAL
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12:30 Creating Focused Libraries for Protein Sponsored by
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Nels Thorsteinson, Scientific Services Manager, Biologics,
Chemical Computing Group
Protein engineering plays a pivotal role in modulating the function, activity and
physical properties of biologics. Representative strategies employed in protein
engineering include directed evolution and rational protein design. Although
both approaches are effective at identifying and optimizing protein therapeutic
candidates, efficient search and evaluation of an excessively large sequence
design space becomes challenging and requires multiple experimental rounds to
reasonably assess the sequence space. Here we have developed a computational
approach which predicts mutation probabilities for given residue sites in specified
sequences. In assessing the probabilities at given residue sites, the sequence
search space can be efficiently sampled to design and produce focused
mutant libraries.
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TARGET SELECTION AND SPECIFICITY
14:00 Chairperson’s Remarks
Ulrich Brinkmann, Ph.D., Expert Scientist, Roche Pharma Research & Early
Development, Roche Innovation Center, Penzberg
14:05 Improved Binder Specificity by Using Structural Epitope
Recognition
Jonas V. Schaefer, Ph.D., Head, High-Throughput Binder Selection Facility,
Biochemistry, University of Zurich
Specificity is a major challenge in the usage of affinity reagents for both therapeutic
and diagnostic applications. Using our binder selection pipeline and novel ways of
target presentation, we were able to tackle this issue. I will present data on ongoing
projects targeting viral infections and neurodegenerative diseases, two fields of
applications where target conformation is of critical importance.
14:35The Use of Serum Compatibility to Select Bispecific Antibodies
Mark Chiu, Ph.D., Associate Director, Multispecific Biologics Engineering, Biologics
Research, Janssen Research & Development LLC
Bispecific antibody (bsAb) engineering can change protein symmetry and
consequently molecular properties. Characterisations of bsAb in the presence of
sera can assess potential self-interaction and interactions between the molecule
and serum proteins which can affect PK, efficacy, aggregation, and immunogenicity.
We present in vitro biophysical characterisations using spectroscopy and
chromatography that can be used in developability to support lead selection.
15:05 HighThroughput Approach to Select SynergisticTarget Pairs
and Bispecific Antibodies
Jijie Gu, Ph.D., Senior Principal Research Scientist, Global Biologics, AbbVie
Bioresearch Center
Bispecific antibodies have emerged as one of the important approaches for next
generation antibody-based therapeutics. One of the key challenges the bispecific
antibody field is facing is how to identify target pairs and bispecific molecules with
novel biology. This presentation will discuss a high-throughput approach to identify
target pairs and bispecific antibodies with potential synergistic effect.
15:35 Refreshment Break in the Exhibit Hall with Poster Viewing
BISPECIFICS FOR IMMUNO-ONCOLOGY
16:15 Bispecific Anticalin Fusion Proteins for LocalisedTargeting of
Immune Cells for Application in Immuno-Oncology
Christine Rothe, Ph.D., Vice President, Discovery & Alliance Management, Pieris
Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Anticalin® proteins are derived from human lipocalins and are about 18 kDa in size.
We have generated different bispecific constructs by fusing distinct Anticalin proteins
to each other or by fusing Anticalin proteins to antibodies or Fc-domains.These
constructs simultaneously bind a tumour and aT cell target and may be able to better
controlT cell activation in the tumour mircoenvironment. Binding properties, stability
and in vitro functionality of bispecific Anticalin fusion proteins are presented.
16:45The Dual-Dual-Targeting Concept - Enhancing Natural Killer
Cell-Mediated Lysis of Lymphoma Cells by CombiningTherapeutic
Antibodies with Bispecific Immunoligands Engaging NKG2D or NKp30
Matthias Peipp, Ph.D., Group Leader, Stem Cell Transplantation and Immunotherapy,
Christian-Albrechts-University of Kiel
Novel bispecific immunoligands were compared for their abilities to boost ADCC in
an attempt to design an effective antibody combination strategy. Co-targeting and
activating NK cell receptors may represent a promising approach for enhancing the
efficacy of therapeutic antibodies. A ‘dual-dual-targeting’ concept by co-targeting
two tumour antigens and concomitant engagement of two different activating NK
cell receptors is proposed.
17:15 PROBLEM SOLVING ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSIONS
Table 13: Comparing Bispecific Antibody Platforms: Key Features
Moderator: Janine Schuurman, Ph.D., Vice President, Research, Genmab B.V.
Table 14: Benefits of Bispecifics over CombinationTreatments
Moderators: Krzysztof Masternak, Ph.D., Head, Biology, Research, Novimmune SA
Sarah Batey, Ph.D., Principal Scientist, Tumour Biology and Protein Science,
F-star Biotechnology Ltd
Table 15: Improved Methods for Binder Screening and Validation
Moderator: Jonas V. Schaefer, Ph.D., Head, High-Throughput Binder Selection
Facility, Biochemistry, University of Zurich
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THURSDAY, 5 NOVEMBER
08:00 Morning Coffee
NOVEL APPROACHES FOR ONCOLOGY
08:30 Chairperson’s Remarks
Janine Schuurman, Ph.D., Vice President, Research, Genmab B.V.
08:35 Exploiting the Versatility of Alphabodies toTarget the Intrinsic
Pro-Survival Protein MCL-1
Yvonne McGrath, Ph.D., CSO, Complix NV
Alphabodies are stable proteins where 70% of residues are amenable to
modification by design or library selection. These features have been exploited in
the design of Alphabodies which target the intracellular intrinsic pro-survival protein
MCL-1. These Alphabodies have been shown to bind specifically to MCL-1 with high
affinity and crystal structures obtained. Efficient uptake of the Alphabodies into cells
and cell killing of MCL-1 dependent tumour cells has also been demonstrated.
09:05 An Engineered Fc FragmentTargeting HER2 Induces Profound
Anti-Tumour Effects through Apoptosis
Sarah Batey, Ph.D., Principal Scientist, Tumour Biology and Protein Science, F-star
Biotechnology Ltd.
FS102 is a HER2 specific Fcab™ (Fc fragment with antigen binding) that induces
profound HER2 degradation and potent cell apoptosis in tumour cells expressing
high levels of the receptor. The efficacy of FS102 in patient-derived xenograft
(PDX) models correlates strongly with clinically relevant HER2 biomarkers. We
hypothesise that FS102 depletes HER2 which commits the HER2-addicted
tumour cells to apoptosis through oncogenic shock. FS102 is currently in Phase I
clinical trials.
09:35 Hapten-Directed Spontaneous Disulfide Shuffling:A Universal
Technology for Site-Directed Covalent Coupling of Payloads toAntibodies
Ulrich Brinkmann, Ph.D., Expert Scientist, Roche Pharma Research & Early
Development, Roche Innovation Center, Penzberg
Hapten-binding antibodies with accessible cysteine in proximity to the binding
pocket were designed to covalently attach payloads to the antibody. Payloads
carrying thiols become positioned on the antibody and linked by spontaneous
redox shuffling. Attachment works with different haptens, antibodies and payloads.
Applications include modulation of pharmacokinetics of small compounds as well as
payload linkage to targeting vehicles in a reduction-releasable manner.
10:05 Applications of Genetically Engineered Sponsored by
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Marshall Dunlop, Group Leader, Recombinant Antibodies R&D,
Randox
10:20 Sponsored Presentation (Opportunity Available)
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BISPECIFICS FOR ONCOLOGY
11:15 Anti-CD20/CD3T Cell Dependent Bispecific Antibody (TDB) as
PotentialTherapy for B Cell Malignancies
Laura Sun, Ph.D., Senior Research Associate/Project Lead, Translational Oncology,
Genentech, Inc.
The preclinical development of a B cell targeting anti-CD20/CD3 T-cell dependent
bispecific antibody (CD20-TDB) will be described. CD20-TDB is highly active in
killing B cells in vitro and in vivo as demonstrated in multiple murine models. In
cynomolgus monkeys, CD20-TDB potently depletes B cells in peripheral blood and
lymphoid tissues while demonstrating PK properties similar to those of conventional
monoclonal antibodies.
11:45 Impact of Bispecific and Multi-Specific Molecule Structure on
Safety and Efficacy
Tariq Ghayur, Ph.D., Distinguished Research Fellow, DVD-Ig and Novel Biologics,
Global Biologics, AbbVie, Inc.
Bi- and multi-specific formats differ in their target binding domain placement,
distance and valency. These differences may be critical when targeting cell surface
receptors. Therefore, designing the right format to match target and / or target pair
biology may be important for selecting therapeutic candidates with desired safety,
efficacy and PK profiles.
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5-6 November 2015 | THIRD ANNUAL
Cancer Biotherapeutics
Immunotherapies, ADCs, and Combination Approaches
Recommended Short Course*
SC7: Immunotherapy in the 21st Century: More Specificity, More
Potency; BetterTargeting
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12:30 Registration
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ADOPTIVET CELLTHERAPY
13:30 Chairperson’s Opening Remarks
Rakesh Dixit, Ph.D., Vice President, Safety Assessment, MedImmune (A member of
AstraZeneca)
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13:35 CancerTherapy byT Cell-Engaging Antibody Constructs
Tobias Raum, Ph.D., Scientific Director, Lead Generation, AMGEN
Research (Munich) GmbH
Bispecific T cell-engaging (BiTE®
) antibody constructs can transiently link
tumour cells with otherwise inactive cytotoxic T cells for induction of
potent redirected lysis of attached tumour cells. One example is blinatumomab
(AMG 103), a CD19/-CD3-bispecific BiTE®
antibody construct for the treatment of
acute lymphocytic leukaemia (ALL) and non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma (NHL), which
has been filed in the EU for treatment of relapsed/refractory ALL, and approved
in the US by the FDA in December 2014.
14:20 Bispecific Antibodies for RedirectingT-Cell Killing: Ag and Ab
Factors Affecting the Killing Potency
Diego Ellerman, Ph.D., Senior Research Associate, Protein Chemistry, Genentech, Inc.
T cell redirected cell killing is an expanding therapeutic approach in oncology.
Bispecific antibodies targeting both the T cell receptor and a tumour-specific antigen
are being developed for this approach. This presentation will explore the influence
of antigen density, antibody affinity and epitope distance to the membrane on the
antibody potency using Her 2 and other antigen models.
14:50 Cancer Biotherapeutics - Affimers: A Novel Sponsored by
Scaffold for Biotherapeutics
Amrik Basran, Ph.D., CSO, Therapeutics, Avacta Lifesciences
Affimers are a new protein scaffold with great potential for the generation of
biotherapeutics. Based on the protease inhibitor Stefin A, large diverse libraries
have been created by engineering in peptide loops into the scaffold backbone.
Using phage display, we have identified competitive binders to a ranage of targets,
including the immune check point, PD-L1. We have shown that the scaffold is
amenable to being engineered with a range of half-life extension technologies,
giving “IgG like” PK.
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16:05 A NovelT Cell-Engaging Bispecific Format with Full-Length
Antibody Properties - Applications in Cancer Immunotherapy
Seung Y. Chu, Ph.D., Associate Director, Cell Biology, Xencor, Inc.
Bispecific antibody-mediated coengagement of T cells with tumour antigens is
now a proven therapeutic strategy, but inferior stability, production and half-life
have hindered clinical development. We have engineered modular Fc-containing
bispecifics linking a portable CD3 with full-length antibodies against many tumour
antigens. I will present development case studies of several bispecifics, showing
superior pharmacology and half-life in monkeys plus efficient manufacturing.
16:35 Immtacs: Bi-SpecificTCR-Based Reagents forTargeted
Cancer Immunotherapy
Joseph Dukes, Ph.D., Head, Preclinical Biology, Cell Biology, Immunocore Ltd.
ImmTACs are a novel class of soluble bi-specific reagents that exploit the natural antigen
recognition pathway mediated by theT cell receptor (TCR), fused to a powerful effector
function (anti-CD3) to redirectT-cell activity against tumour cells.This presentation will
introduce the ImmTAC platform and the latest clinical data from our lead candidate,
IMCgp100, currently in a Phase I/IIa trial for the treatment of malignant melanoma.
17:05 End of Day
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SC7: Immunotherapy in the 21st Century: More Specificity, More
Potency; BetterTargeting
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FRIDAY, 6 NOVEMBER
IMMUNE CHECKPOINTS
07:30 Morning Coffee
08:00 Chairperson’s Remarks
Stephen Beers, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Cancer Sciences Unit, Faculty of
Medicine, University of Southampton
08:05 Combinations of Check-Point Inhibitors with the First-in-Class
Therapeutic NK-Cell BindingTandAb AFM13 (CD30/CD16A)
Martin Treder, Ph.D., CSO, Affimed
The tetravalent bispecific TandAb AFM13 recruits and activates NK cells by specific
binding to CD16A and mediates potent lysis of CD30+ tumour cells. Given
promising clinical safety and efficacy data and the mechanistic involvement of
immune effector cells, potential synergy with various check point inhibitors was
investigated pre-clinically and will be presented.
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5-6 November 2015 | THIRD ANNUAL
Cancer Biotherapeutics
Immunotherapies, ADCs, and Combination Approaches
08:35 Innovations in Cancer Biotherapeutics: Immune Checkpoint
Antagonists, Agonists and Combinations
Rakesh Dixit, Ph.D., Vice President, Safety Assessment, MedImmune (A member of
AstraZeneca)
The approval of one CTLA-4 and two PD-1 immune checkpoint antagonistic cancer
biotherapeutics has rejuvenated the innovations in discovering and developing new
immunotherapies that could increase responses and delay cancer associated deaths.
The presentation will discuss the innovations in new immune checkpoint antagonists
and agonists that show great promise in revolutionising cancer treatments.
09:05T-DM1 Reinstates Anti-Tumour Immunity in HER2-Positive
Breast Cancer: Synergies with α-CTLA-4 and α-PD-1
Philipp Müller, Ph.D., Project Leader, Biomedicine, University Hospital of Basel
ADCs such as the HER2-directed antibody-maytansinoid conjugate T-DM1 have
emerged as one of the most powerful therapeutic formats for cancer therapy. In
this presentation I will demonstrate that T-DM1 is particularly effective in eliciting
anti-tumour immune responses in breast cancer patients and a HER2-expressing,
syngeneic and orthotopic tumour model. Our data reveal a novel immunological
mechanism of action for T-DM1 and provide a strong rationale for clinical
combinations with immunotherapies.
09:35 PROBLEM SOLVING ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSIONS
Table 22: Enhancement of Potency for RedirectedT Cell Killing
Moderator: Seung Y. Chu, Ph.D., Associate Director, Cell Biology, Xencor, Inc.
Table 23: Safety Risks of Immunotherapy Combinations: Risk
Mitigation Strategies
Moderator: Rakesh Dixit, Ph.D., Vice President, R&D, Safety Assessment,
MedImmune, Inc.
Table 24:Technologies for the Construction of Next-Generation ADCs
Moderator: Vijay Chudasama, Ph.D., Lecturer, Chemistry, University College London
10:35 Coffee Break with Poster Viewing
IMMUNOMODULATORY MECHANISMS / CHIMERIC
ANTIGEN RECEPTORTHERAPY
11:00 Understanding How Isotype Determines the Mechanism of
Action of Immunomodulatory Antibodies in theTreatment of Cancer
Stephen Beers, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Cancer Sciences Unit, Faculty of
Medicine, University of Southampton
Clinical results with checkpoint-blocking mAb have revived the belief that
the immune system holds the key to controlling cancer. Here we show that
immunostimulatory mAb can employ multiple mechanisms in tumours, and that the
mechanism used depends on mAb isotype and FcγR availability. These data have
broad implications for developing immunomodulatory mAb; illustrating the necessity
to determine all potential mechanisms of action to maximise activity.
11:30 A Novel IgG-BasedT Cell Bispecifics Platform
Christian Klein, Ph.D., Head, Oncology Programs, Roche Pharmaceutical Research &
Early Development, Roche Innovation Center Zurich
The presentation will introduce a novel IgG-based T cell bispecific (TCB) antibody
platform enabled by the CrossMAb technology. Engineering, design and advantages
as compared to existing T cell bispecifics platforms will be discussed. As a case
study the preclinical properties of the CEA-CD3 TCB (RG7802) that is currently in
Phase 1 clinical trials will be discussed.
ADC / IMMUNE CHECKPOINT COMBINATION
12:00 Chimeric Antigen Receptor Re-DirectedT CellTherapy:
Biomarkers Lead the Way
J. Joseph (Jos) Melenhorst, Ph.D., Director, Product Development & Correlative
Sciences, Center for Cellular Immunotherapies, University of Pennsylvania
T cells equipped with chimeric receptors (CAR) targeting tumours have evolved rapidly
from a basic scientific tool to a new way in which we induce remission in patients
with very poor risk cancer.The synergy between basic and translational science
continues to further boost the utility of immunotherapy and enhance its potency in
various forms of cancer. In my talk I will highlight recent developments in the field and
conclude with how correlative studies may contribute to the success of this therapy.
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ADCs / ADC-BISPECIFIC COMBINATION
14:00 Chairperson’s Remarks
Philipp Müller, Ph.D., Project Leader, Biomedicine, University Hospital of Basel
14:05 A Plug-and-Play Approach to Antibody-BasedTherapeutics via a
Chemoselective Dual Click Strategy
Vijay Chudasama, Ph.D., Lecturer, Chemistry, University College London
There is clear demand for the construction of novel antibody-drug conjugate (ADC)
platforms that offer greater stability, homogeneity and flexibility. A significant step
towards the ideal platform for next generation antibody-based therapeutics is
presented. Our technology provides decorated antibody constructs that are highly
stable, with complete retention of antibody binding/structure post-modification. It
combines site-specific functionalisation with exceptional versatility via a facile native
disulfide targeted plug-and-play strategy.
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5-6 November 2015 | THIRD ANNUAL
Cancer Biotherapeutics
Immunotherapies, ADCs, and Combination Approaches
14:35Targeting of SolidTumours with Bi-Specifics and Bi-Specific
ADCs to Induce Novel Biologics and Drug-Like Properties
David Poon, Ph.D., Senior Director, External Research & Development and Alliances,
Zymeworks, Inc.
A robust, developable and manufacturable bi-specific platform will be discussed as
the foundation to engineer novel anti-solid tumour antibodies. Unlike combination
therapies, these bi-specifics demonstrate enhanced tumour decoration, tumour
diffusion and retention, internalisation, and effector functions. Supported with IND-
enabling in vivo efficacy studies, Zymeworks’ lead bi-specific and bi-specific ADC
programs will be presented.
15:05 Improving Potency and Stability of Antibody-Drug Conjugates
Pavel Strop, Ph.D., Associate Research Fellow, Protein Engineering, Rinat-Pfizer
Traditionally, most ADCs relied on chemical conjugation methods that yield
heterogeneous mixtures of a variable number of drugs attached at different positions
with an average of four drugs per antibody.The benefits of transglutaminase-
based site-specific drug conjugation in terms of stability, manufacturing, improved
therapeutic index and ability to generate high loaded ADCs will be discussed.
15:35 Advances and Applications of the Fleximer Platform Approach
to ADCs
Tim Lowinger, Ph.D., CEO, Mersana Therapeutics
One of the challenges in developing ADCs is achieving efficacy for low-expression
targets. One approach to overcome this limitation has been developed at Mersana,
utilising our unique Fleximer platforms. Examples and applications will be presented
to highlight the benefits of this approach to achieve greater efficacy and therapeutic
index for low expression.
16:05 Developability Assessment of ADCs – A Case Study
Lars Linden, Ph.D., Head, Protein Biochemistry, Global Biologics, Cell and Protein
Sciences, Bayer Healthcare
Developability analysis of antibodies and ADCs determines, together with cell line
productivity and cost-of-goods analysis, the manufacturing feasibility of a drug
candidate. A thorough biochemical & biophysical characterisation is performed
to analyse the intrinsic stability and technical robustness of clinical candidates.
Standardisation is ensured by a check of platform compatibility (DSP and analytics).
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13. BIOLOGICS DEVELOPMENT STREAM
2-3 November 2015 | SIXTH ANNUAL
Optimisation and Development of Biologics
Strategies for Candidate Selection and Enhancement of Product Properties
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MONDAY 2 NOVEMBER
12:00 Conference Registration
COMBINED KEYNOTE SESSION
13:40 PEGS EuropeTeam Welcome
13:45 Chairperson’s Opening Remarks
Darrell Sleep, Director, Novozymes Biopharma R&D
13:50 Protein Engineering for New Modes
of Actions and NewTargets
Andreas G. Plückthun, Ph.D., Professor & Director, Biochemistry,
University of Zurich
Using different display technologies and structure-based engineering,
the possibilities of hitting extra- and intracellular targets will be
discussed, with an emphasis on extending the modes of action previously
possible. The lecture will emphasise the need for interdisciplinary approaches.
14:30Targeting Ion Channels
Tristan J. Vaughan, Ph.D., Senior Director, Antibody Discovery &
Protein Engineering, MedImmune Ltd.
Ion channels are complex integral membrane proteins that form a
pore through which ions selectively pass down an electrochemical
gradient. They are prominent components of the nervous system where
they can mediate transduction across synapses. Hence, certain channels
represent good drug targets, especially for alleviating pain. Approaches will be
described to target such ion channels with antibody-based drugs and a case
study presented.
15:10 Current and FutureTrends in AntibodyTherapeutics
Paul W.H.I. Parren, Ph.D., Senior Vice President & Scientific Director,
Preclinical Development & Research, Genmab
Targeted treatment using antibody therapeutics has proved
successful in the development of meaningful treatments in diverse
therapeutic areas. However, despite strong advances, many patients still fail
to respond or become resistant to targeted treatment and novel innovative
approaches to improve therapy are therefore required. Genetic and chemical
engineering of antibodies, fueled by recent molecular insights, is providing
important opportunities for the development of more potent antibody
therapeutics. Examples from Genmab’s portfolio will be provided.
15:50 Refreshment Break in the Exhibit Hall with Poster Viewing
CANDIDATE SELECTION
16:30 Chairperson’s Remarks
William Finlay, Ph.D., Senior Director, Global Biotherapeutics, Pfizer, Inc.
16:35 Purpose Oriented Antibody Libraries for de novo Generation of
pH-Dependent Antibodies
Nicolas Fischer, Ph.D., Head, Research, Novimmune SA
Some antibodies having unique characteristics such as pH-dependent antigen
binding are difficult to isolate using standard antibody generation platforms and thus
require extensive engineering. We have created several purpose-oriented antibody
libraries to facilitate the de novo isolation of candidates with characteristics such as
pH-dependent binding or enzyme neutralisation activity.
17:05 Augmented Binary Substitution: Simultaneous Ultra-
Humanisation, CDR Redundancy Minimisation and Stabilisation of
Antibodies for HumanTherapy
William Finlay, Ph.D., Senior Director, Global Biotherapeutics, Pfizer, Inc.
This study presents a technology that generates stable, soluble, ultra-humanised
antibodies via single-step CDR redundancy minimisation. For three antibodies from
three separate key immune host species, ABS processing significantly lowered non-
human sequence content, minimisedT and B cell epitope risk in the final molecules and
provided a heat map for the essential non-human CDR residue content of each antibody.
17:35 Veltis®Technology: Engineered Albumins for Sponsored by
Optimized Serum Half-Life Extension
Joanna Hay, Ph.D., Customer Solution Science Manager,
Novozymes Biopharma UK
Short circulatory half-life represents a major obstacle for many protein and
peptide-based therapeutics, resulting in increased dosing with the consequent
risk of side effects and reduced patient compliance. The half-life of therapeutic
can be significantly improved by conjugation or fusion to albumin, due to both
size and recycling via the neonatal Fc receptor (FcRn). We will describe rationally
engineered albumins with increased FcRn affinity and their application to improve
the pharmacokinetic properties of therapeutic candidates.
18:05 Welcome Reception in the Exhibit Hall
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19:05 End of Day One
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2-3 November 2015 | SIXTH ANNUAL
Optimisation and Development of Biologics
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OPTIMISATION OF AFFINITY, SPECIFICITY AND POTENCY
08:30 Chairperson’s Remarks
Nicolas Fischer, Ph.D., Head, Research, Novimmune SA
08:40 Design of Bispecific Antibodies:Target Biology Determines
Optimal Valency of Binding Sites
Alain C. Tissot, Ph.D., Head, Immune Biology, Large Molecule Research, Pharma
Research and Early Development, Roche Innovation Center, Penzberg
Bispecific antibodies are attractive for multifactorial diseases and simplify
development over combination therapies, particularly when the targets are two
ligands. We provide data for two preclinical bispecific antibodies in RA targeting
ligands, demonstrating the value of varying the valency of binding sites in order to
fully exploit target biology and potency.
09:10 Exploiting the Advantages of Bicyclic PeptideTherapeutics
Christian Heinis, Ph.D., Professor, Institute of Chemical Sciences and Engineering,
Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne (EPFL)
My laboratory is developing antagonists based on bicyclic peptides by phage
display. The bicyclic peptides combine key qualities of antibody therapeutics (high
affinity and specificity) and advantages of small molecule drugs (access to chemical
synthesis, diffusion into tissue, various administration options). An update on
recently developed bicyclic peptides and their activities will be given.
09:40 PROBLEM SOLVING ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSIONS
Table 4: Alternative Protein Scaffolds: Lessons from the Past and
Future Expectations
Moderator: Christian Heinis, Ph.D., Professor, Institute of Chemical Sciences
and Engineering, Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne (EPFL)
Table 5: Engineering for Optimization
Moderator: Laura Lin, Ph.D., Director, Global BioTherapeutic Technologies,
Pfizer, Inc.
Table 6: ImprovingTherapeutic Antibody Formats
Moderator: Paul W.H.I. Parren, Ph.D., Senior Vice President & Scientific Director,
Preclinical Development & Research, Genmab B.V.
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ENHANCEMENT OF CLEARANCE
11:20 pH and Calcium-Dependent Fully Human Biparatopic IgG
Antibody for Efficient Elimination of Soluble Antigen from Plasma
Eriko Murata, Master of Pharmacy, Research Scientist, Discovery Research, Chugai
Pharmaceutical Co. Ltd.
We have previously shown that calcium-dependent antigen-binding antibody
increases soluble antigen elimination by dissociating the antigen in the endosome.
Here we report on a novel strategy to further accelerate antigen elimination from
plasma in vivo. Identification and optimisation of calcium-dependent binding
biparatopic antibody which forms multimeric antibody-antigen complexes to
enhance binding to Fc receptors will be presented.
11:50 ARGX-113, A Novel Fc -BasedTherapeutic Approach for
Antibody-Induced Pathologies
Peter Ulrichts, Ph.D., Senior Scientist, ArGEN-x
ARGX-113 is a proprietary antibody fragment based on arGEN-X’ ABDEG™
technology. ARGX-113 works by preventing pathogenic autoantibodies from being
recycled, promoting their degradation and thereby clearing them from circulation.
Preclinical data in cynomolgus monkeys proved ARGX-113 to be highly effective
in rapidly eliminating pathogenic antibodies, while sparing the broader immune
response. The data support further clinical development of this novel therapeutic
approach in autoimmune disease management.
12:20 Epitope Binning, Mapping and Affinity Ranking Sponsored by
of 96 Antibody Supernatants
Richard B.M. Schasfoort, Ph.D., CSO, IBIS Technologies B.V.
The binding of an antibody to an epitope is innate and cannot be
engineered anymore. Therefore the selection of antibodies that bind to the right
functional epitope should be carried out as early as possible. Technology is now
available enabling binning, mapping and affinity ranking of up to 96 Ab-sups in one
unattended run.
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13:20 Session Break
14:00 Desert Break in the Exhibit Hall with Poster Viewing
DEVELOPABILITY ASSESSMENT AND
PRECLINICAL EVALUATION
14:30 Chairperson’s Remarks
Frank Walsh, CEO, Ossianix and Professor, Kings College London
14:35 Early Stage Developability Assessment of Biotherapeutics
Laura Lin, Ph.D., Director, Global BioTherapeutic Technologies, Pfizer, Inc.
The presentation will describe an early stage molecular assessment platform
we established in-house to rank, select, and optimise biotherapeutic leads in
early discovery at Pfizer. I will be discussing our strategies of early screening for
biophysical properties for a given project, and triage down a few leads for more
in-depth developability assessment. I will share a specific case study highlighting
developability comparisons between different modalities and the impact on efficacy,
PK, and manufacturability.
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2-3 November 2015 | SIXTH ANNUAL
Optimisation and Development of Biologics
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15:05 Preclinical Development of MGD010: A CD32BxCD79B Bispecific
DART for theTreatment of Autoimmune Disease.
Paul Moore, Ph.D., Vice President, Research, Cell Biology & Immunology,
MacroGenics, Inc.
MGD010, a bi-specific Dual-Affinity ReTargeting (DART) that inhibits B-cell activation
via colligation of the inhibitory FcγRIIb receptor CD32B with the BCR component
CD79B, is being developed as a novel therapeutic molecule for autoimmunity.
Studies performed to support MGD010 clinical development will be presented,
covering mechanism of action, therapeutic modeling, safety pharmacology and first-
in-human dose projection
15:35 Preclinical Studies with FynomAbs, Fynomer-Antibody
Fusion Proteins
Vanessa Baeriswyl, Ph.D., Scientist, Covagen AG, one of the Janssen
Pharmaceutical Companies of J&J
Bispecific FynomAbs are generated by fusing Fynomer binding proteins to
antibodies. The ability to fuse Fynomers to multiple sites on the antibody
allows the creation of therapeutics with higher potency and desired bioactivity,
since the efficacy of bispecifics is greatly influenced by the orientation of the
two binding sites relative to each other. Case studies of FynomAbs having
selective tumour killing properties will be presented, as well as key parameters,
such as manufacturability and yield (3.3 g/l obtained in 1000 liter GMP run),
pharmacokinetics and stability.
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FORMULATION AND DELIVERY
17:15 Implementation of an Integrated High-Throughput Formulation
Screening for Biologics
Michael Siedler, Ph.D., Section Head, NBE Formulation Sciences & Process
Development, AbbVie Deutschland GmbH & Co KG
Modern formulation development increasingly relies on multivariate parameter
analysis in order to enable statistical analysis. Consequently, the only way to
generate and leverage the required vast amount of data is by applying appropriate
scale-down methodologies and lab automation in conjunction with an IT
infrastructure capable of transforming the data into knowledge. We will provide a
case study of how this can be achieved.
17:45 Delivery of Single Domain Antibody Biotherapeutics to the
Brain (NAB)
Frank Walsh, CEO, Ossianix and Professor, Kings College London
This presentation will describe the development of a toolkit of individual single
domain VNAR antibodies to the transferrin receptor 1 that bind with varying
affinities to multiple epitopes on the receptor. These allow the generation of
bispecific biotherapeutics that will cross the BBB via receptor-mediated endocytosis
at therapeutic doses and can be tailor-made for differing therapeutic modalities.
Studies showing direct translation from animal data to humans will be included.
18:15 Oral Delivery of Anti-TNF-Alpha Nanofitin Shows a Strong
Preventive and Curative Anti-Inflammatory Effect in Models of
Inflammatory Bowel Diseases
Mathieu Cinier, Ph.D., Scientific Director, Affilogic
Despite remarkable efficacy, treatment of IBD using systemic administration of
anti-TNF-alpha antibodies remains associated with serious adverse effects. Extreme
stability of the Nanofitins, novel alternative scaffolds, in the gut environment enable the
development of orally available anti-TNF-alpha therapeutics and allow better targeting of
the inflammation site while decreasing systemic exposure and related side effects.
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4-5 November 2015 | SECOND ANNUAL
Protein Aggregates and Particles
Tools and Techniques for Effective Prediction and Analysis of Aggregates and Particles
Recommended Short Courses*
SC8:The Challenge of Protein Aggregation and Formation of Sub
Visible Particles in the Development of Biopharmaceuticals
SC9: AdvancedTechniques for Characterisation of Protein
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WEDNESDAY, 4 NOVEMBER
07:45 Registration and Morning Coffee
ENGINEERING PROTEINTHERAPEUTICS
FOR REDUCED AGGREGATION
08:30 Chairperson’s Opening Remarks
Salvador Ventura, Ph.D., Professor, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Institute of
Biotechnology and Biomedicine, University of Barcelona
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08:35 Understanding (and Controlling) Aggregation of Antibody-
Drug Conjugates
Fred Jacobson, Ph.D., Staff Scientist, Kadcyla™ Technical Development
Leader, Protein Analytical Chemistry, Genentech, Inc.
09:20 Engineering Antibodies for Improved Developability Properties
Chris Lloyd, Ph.D., Senior Scientist, Antibody Discovery and Protein Engineering,
MedImmune
09:50 Stable Human AntibodyTherapeutics and Phage Display
Libraries through Engineering of Variable Domains
Daniel Christ, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Medicine; Head, Antibody Therapeutics,
Immunology Program, Garvan Institute of Medical Research
Human antibody variable domains often display poor biophysical properties and
a propensity to aggregate. We have identified aggregation hotspots in the CDR
regions of antibody variable VH and VL domains, and have developed generally
applicable strategies to overcome these limitations. Here we outline the
application of the technology to human antibody therapeutics and antibody phage
display libraries.
10:20 InnovativeTechnologies to Improve the Sponsored by
Characterization of Protein Aggregates
Matthew Brown, Ph.D., Scientist, Malvern Instruments Ltd.
Understanding the process of protein aggregation is a key
component of QbD approaches during biotherapeutic development or deviation
resolution of legacy products. Advanced characterization technologies, now available
to the biopharmaceutical industry, offer detailed insights into protein behavior to
improve product stability and process knowledge and understanding.
10:50 Coffee Break in the Exhibit Hall with Poster Viewing
IMPACT OF AGGREGATION
ON FILLING AND FORMULATION
11:30 Challenges and Considerations Associated with Aggregation of
Biopharmaceuticals during Fill Finish Process Development,Transfer
and Commercialisation
Francis Carroll, Development Scientist,Technical Development, Genzyme Ireland Ltd.
Fill Finish processing of biopharmaceuticals presents numerous challenges for the
inhibition of aggregation. During filling operations, degradation induced by shear
stress, chemical and photo exposure, manifests itself in elevated levels of HMWS.
Furthermore, control of excipient state during lyophilisation is critical for maintaining
a protein in its native state, which can inhibit increases in aggregation during a
product’s shelf life.
12:00 Formulation Development Based on Sub-Visible Particle
Morphology Using Micro-Flow Imaging
Malin Persson, Ph.D., Senior Research Scientist, Biopharm Formulation
Development, Novo Nordisk A/S
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MECHANISM OF PROTEIN AGGREGATION
14:00 Chairperson’s Remarks
Jennifer McManus, Ph.D., Lecturer, Department of Chemistry, National University
of Ireland Maynooth
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Protein Aggregates and Particles
Tools and Techniques for Effective Prediction and Analysis of Aggregates and Particles
14:05 Understanding Protein Aggregation in Pharmaceutical Products
Jun Liu, Ph.D., Senior Group Leader and Principle Scientist, Genentech, Inc.
Protein aggregates are common degradation products for therapeutic proteins. Due
to the complex nature of protein aggregation, the underline mechanisms and their
potential biological impacts are not always well understood. In this presentation, we
will give an overview of protein aggregation phenomenon for a few pharmaceutical
products. The mechanism and implication of these protein aggregates will be
reviewed and discussed.
14:35 Aggregation Analysis at High and Low Protein Concentrations
Jennifer McManus, Ph.D., Lecturer, Department of Chemistry, National University
of Ireland Maynooth
Aggregation of proteins may occur by a number of different mechanisms, which
can lead to a range of aggregate types. Using a range of analytical techniques the
formation of protein aggregates by various mechanisms has been assessed at
low and where possible, at moderate to high protein concentrations. The effect of
sugars on protein stability will also be discussed.
15:05 Effects of Protein Aggregation on Uptake, Processing and
Presentation by Dendritic Cells – A Case Study
Anja Langenkamp, Ph.D., Principal Scientist, Immunopathology, Pharmaceutical
Sciences, Roche Pharmaceutical Research & Early Development, Roche Innovation
Center Basel
Studies show that tolerance can be broken in transgenic mouse models by harshly
stressed protein therapeutics. However, the underlying mechanisms and relevance
for humans remain unclear. Thus, we studied the influence of aggregation on
the uptake, presentation and activation of dendritic cells - the key regulators
for adaptive immunity. First results will be presented that provide mechanistic
insights into the properties of monomeric and aggregated variants of a therapeutic
monoclonal antibody.
15:35 Refreshment Break in the Exhibit Hall with Poster Viewing
MODELING AND PREDICTION
OF AGGREGATION PROPENSITY
16:15Tuning the Aggregation Propensity of Protein Structures
Salvador Ventura, Ph.D., Professor, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Institute of
Biotechnology and Biomedicine, University of Barcelona
This talk presents a method to overcome the current limitations of predicting
aggregation by sequencing. The AGGRESCAN3D (A3D) server overcomes the
limitations by taking into account the protein structure and the experimental
aggregation propensity scale. The identified aggregation-prone residues can be
virtually mutated to design variants with increased solubility. Additionally, the A3D
server takes into account the dynamic fluctuations of protein structure in solution,
which may influence aggregation propensity.
16:45 Rational Design of Protein Solubility
MicheleVendruscolo, Ph.D., Professor, Department of Chemistry, University of Cambridge
I will discuss the extent to which the solubility and aggregation of proteins are
related to the physico-chemical properties of their amino acid sequences. Based
on these properties, I will present methods for the prediction of the solubility
and aggregation of proteins and illustrate how these methods can be of practical
interest and importance.
17:15 Determinants and Impact of Antibody Aggregation on
Production and Application
Joost Schymkowitz, Ph.D., Professor, VIB Switch Lab, Department of Cellular and
Molecular Medicine, KULeuven
As most proteins, antibodies have a propensity to aggregate that is determined by
their primary sequence and aggregation acts as a bottleneck on both production
and application. Accurate prediction of antibody quality is currently lacking but
would be of value to help identify good antibodies. I will discuss a number of key
determinants and how to employ them for this purpose.
17:45 Standards, Measurements, and Analysis for Protein Particle
Characterization
Richard Cavicchi, Ph.D., Scientist, Bioprocess Measurements Group, National
Institute of Standards and Technology
Concentration measurements of protein aggregates obtained on orthogonal
instrument types often differ significantly. NIST is developing a protein aggregate
standard that simulates aggregate properties for sizes from 1 µm to visible particles.
In addition, we are using a custom microfluidic device that compares orthogonal
measurements on single particles to analyze microfabricated particles of defined
dimensions and protein aggregates to discern the effects of shape and porosity.
18:15 Networking Reception in the Exhibit Hall with Poster Viewing
19:15 End of Day
THURSDAY, 5 NOVEMBER
08:00 Morning Coffee
METHODS FOR DETECTING, IDENTIFYING AND
CHARACTERISING AGGREGATES & PARTICLES
08:30 Chairperson’s Remarks
Antonio Ribeiro, Ph.D., Professor, Pharmaceutical Technology, University of Coimbra
Azinhaga de Santa Comba
08:35 NanoparticleTracking Analysis for Studying Aggregation Profile
of Particles
Antonio Ribeiro, Ph.D., Professor, Pharmaceutical Technology, University of Coimbra
Azinhaga de Santa Comba
Subvisible particles do not constitute a mass fraction to be quantified by using
size exclusion chromatography (SEC). Moreover, SEC requires high dilution of the
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Protein Aggregates and Particles
Tools and Techniques for Effective Prediction and Analysis of Aggregates and Particles
sample, which itself can change the aggregation profile. Nanoparticle tracking
analysis (NTA) can count and measure size individual species in undiluted particles
and may be more appropriate than SEC for studying particles aggregation.
Moreover, using fluorescent labeled particles, NTA may allow distinguishing
individual from aggregated particles.
09:05 Hydrodynamic Diameter (By DLS) and Molecular Mass
Measurement (By SLS After FFF) Can Characterise Aggregation Level
of A HMW Protein Not Characterisable by SE-HPLC
Peter Matthiessen, Ph.D., Senior Manager, Formulation, Fill/Finish, Baxter Innovations
GmbH
The aggregation level of a HMW Protein cannot be quantified by SE-HPLC. Field
flow fractionation can partially separate potential aggregates and SLS was used
for quantitation of molecular mass increase. Also DLS was used to monitor
hydrodynamic diameter increase by potential aggregates. Various temperature
stress conditions in liquid and lyophilized form and mechanical stress by shaking or
stirring, both known to induce aggregation, were investigated by DLS and SLS. The
correlation of aggregation and subvisible particle levels was investigated.
09:35 New, Orthogonal Methods to Detect Protein Aggregation at
High and Low Concentration
Tudor Arvinte, Ph.D., Chairman & CEO, Therapeomic, Inc.
Based on case studies, different orthogonal methods will be presented that permit
detection and characterisation of protein aggregates and particulate matter in liquid
formulations of biopharmaceuticals at high and low a protein concentrations. A
method alone cannot provide absolute information on the aggregates present in
a sample. By using different methods to analyse a sample, we can obtain strong
conclusions and a broad picture on the protein aggregation states and particulates
present in the solutions.
10:05 Protein-Protein Interactions, in Multi Protein- Sponsored by
Albumin or Peptide-Albumin Co-Formulations Using
Recombinant Human Serum Albumin (rHSA) to
Prevent Aggregation
Jens Thostrup Bukrinski, Ph.D., Senior Scientist, Biopharma R&D, Novozymes A/S
It is well-known that rHSA has the ability to prevent protein and peptide
aggregation. At drug concentrations <1mg/mL coating of hydrophobic and
hydrophilic surfaces of the primary packaging material and process equipment is
expected to prevent depletion and surface induced aggregation. When aggregation
is independent of the surfaces (>1mg/mL) the mechanism of aggregation
prevention is less well understood and is likely to depend on the aggregation
pathway of the drug. Some case studies suggest that hydrophobic patches on rHSA
interact with hydrophobic patches on the drugs forming an rHSA-drug complex
where such surface areas are shielded and hereby preventing self-association.
Other case studies suggest an excluded volume effect with no rHSA-drug
complex formation.
10:35 Coffee Break in the Exhibit Hall
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11:15 Detection and Characterisation of Visible, Sub Visible Particles
and Other Aggregates: Achievements and Challenges
Anacelia Rios Quiroz, MSc, Late Stage Pharmaceutical and Process Development,
Pharmaceutical Development & Supplies, PTD Biologics Europe, (PTDE-PF), F.
Hoffmann-La Roche, Ltd.
The talk will give an overview of required and commercially available counting
methodologies for detection of protein aggregates and visible and sub visible
particles (SbVP); species ubiquitously present in protein formulations. Focus will be
SbVP as they are gaining attention regarding immunogenicity and quality attributes.
Lack of a well-defined methodology for SbVP makes it important to increase
our knowledge of emerging instruments’ performance. Applicability towards the
assessment of a meaningful array of particle counting techniques will be discussed.
11:45 Chemical Kinetics and Microfluidic Sizing for the Analysis of the
Aggregation ofTherapeutic Proteins
Paolo Arosio, Ph.D., Marie Curie Postdoc Fellow, Department of Chemistry,
University of Cambridge
In this presentation, we show how chemical kinetic analysis can identify the protein
aggregation path-ways at the molecular level. We demonstrate the potential of this
approach by analyzing the aggregation mechanisms of different IgGs and of human
insulin under conditions that are relevant for downstream and formulation. Finally,
we show a novel microfluidic technique that enables the sizing of polydisperse
protein samples under native conditions on a second timescale.
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Analytical Characterisation of Biotherapeutics
Methods & Strategies for Better Developability and Manufacturability of Molecules
Recommended Short Courses*
SC8:The Challenge of Protein Aggregation and Formation of Sub
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SC9: AdvancedTechniques for Characterisation of Protein
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THURSDAY, 5 NOVEMBER
12:30 Registration
13:00 Dessert Break in the Exhibit Hall with Poster Viewing
13:30 Chairperson’s Opening Remarks
Roman A. Zubarev, Ph.D., Professor, Division of Chemistry I; Head, Department
of Medical Biochemistry & Biophysics, Karolinska Institutet
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13:35 Massive de novo Sequencing of IgG Variants in Human Blood
by Mass Spectrometry
Roman A. Zubarev, Ph.D., Professor, Division of Chemistry I; Head,
Department of Medical Biochemistry & Biophysics, Karolinska Institutet
The traditional proteomics assay is complemented by profiling both IgGs
and co-extracted proteins using de novo sequencing by HCD and ETD MS/
MS. Each of these two additional domains (IgGs and co-extracted proteins) adds at
least as much information to patient stratification as the direct proteomics assay.
New IgG peptides discovered by de novo sequencing contribute significantly to the
predictive power of IgG-omics, and are potentially indicative of the disease etiology.
EARLY-STAGE VS. LATE-STAGE CHARACTERISATION
14:20 Biophysical Characterisation for Selection of Robust Humanised
Therapeutic Antibody Candidates
Alison Turner, Group Leader, Biophysics, Biology, UCB Celltech
Panels of humanised antibodies from UCB’s new Core Discovery Platform are
transiently expressed and purified, then screened using a number of assays and
biophysical techniques to select therapeutic candidates with optimal chemical and
physical stability. This process provides early information on ‘manufacturability’
by reducing the aggregation risk during different purification steps (shear stress,
buffer effects) and confidence in the stability of the drug product during storage and
administration (high concentration effects).
14:50 Computational Approaches to Optimise Sponsored by
Antibody Efficacy & Pharmaceutical Developability as
Therapeutic Agents
Anne Goupil-Lamy, Principal Field Application Scientist, BIOVIA Science Council
Fellow, BIOVIA
We will present how the convergence of BIOVIA capabilities supported by a
common platform can be designed to help with the discovery and optimization of
biotherapeutic candidates, in particular the management and analysis of all scientific
and quality data generated throughout the process. We will highlight predictive
analysis in Discovery Studio for early candidate selection and optimization. This
includes high throughput antibody annotation and structure prediction, developability
assessment to help improve stability, solubility and viscosity.
15:20 Refreshment Break in the Exhibit Hall with Poster Viewing
16:05 Characterisation of Acidic Species in Monoclonal Antibody
Li Zang, Ph.D., Senior Scientist, Analytical Development, Biogen
Acidic species in monoclonal antibody are highly heterogeneous and challenging for
detailed characterization. They may post impacts on the function and stability of the
monoclonal antibody. A detailed characterization of acidic species in a monoclonal
antibody biopharmaceutical will be presented in this talk. The potential impact of
acidic species on function and stability of the antibody will be discussed.
16:35 Late-Stage Characterisation of aTherapeutic Enzyme
Peter Bernhardt, Ph.D., Senior Scientist, Analytical Development, Shire
An approach for late-stage characterization will be discussed that focuses on critical
quality attributes.This approach includes developing a comprehensive understanding
of product-derived substances and impurities formed during manufacturing and under
relevant storage conditions, as well as structure elucidation of product variants and
understanding of structure/function relationships. A complex glycoprotein used for
enzyme replacement therapy will be used as an example.
17:05 End of Day
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