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ASTM International’s committee on pesticides, antimicrobials, and alternative control agents ( E35 ) is developing a proposed standard that will provide guidelines on how to test microbial barrier properties of solid wound dressings that include liquid adhesives. Solid wound dressings include those with or without antimicrobial agents in which the manufacturer is claiming microbial barrier…
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ASTM International’s committee on pesticides, antimicrobials, and alternative control agents ( E35 ) has approved a new standard that will be used to help mimic how surfaces are contaminated by microbial material. The new standard will soon be published as E3285. “Many existing test methods employ long contact times, high concentration of bacteria or immersion in fluid,” says ASTM International…
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A proposed ASTM International standard will help advance the concept of lyophilization (freeze-drying) as it is used in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. ASTM’s committee on manufacture of pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical products ( E55 ) is developing the proposed standard. “The proposed standard will promote a deeper understanding of the science and engineering of…
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A proposed ASTM International standard will be used to aid physical integrity testing of single-use systems (SUS) in the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical industries. SUS equipment has become a popular alternative to stainless steel equipment that has been generally used for biopharmaceutical manufacturing processes. ASTM International’s committee on manufacture of pharmaceutical and…
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A proposed ASTM International standard will help determine the antimicrobial properties found in materials used for the production of packaging for food containers, personal care products, and other items. Many synthetic polymeric materials may have inherent antimicrobial properties, while other such materials may contain antimicrobial additives. The proposed standard will be used to…
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Global standards organization ASTM International and the biopharmaceutical industry collaboration group BioPhorum have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at accelerating standardization within the biopharmaceutical industry. The MoU is focused on accelerating innovation and advancement in bio and new modality manufacturing to bring solutions to patients faster. By formalizing this…, About ASTM International, Committed to serving global societal needs, ASTM International positively impacts public health and safety, consumer confidence, and overall quality of life. We integrate consensus standards – developed with our international membership of volunteer technical experts – and innovative services to improve lives… Helping our world work better., About BioPhorum, BioPhorum is a coordinated program of industry change, with a reputation for creating an environment where the global biopharmaceutical industry can collaborate and accelerate their rate of progress, for the benefit of all., ASTM Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org , BioPhorum Media Inquiries:, Claire Astle, Claire.astle@biophorum.com Release #11361 ###
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In light of COVID-19 (coronavirus) and ongoing safety concerns for members and staff, ASTM International announced today that the January in-person standards development meetings in Houston, Texas, USA, are now transitioning to all virtual. These decisions were based on several factors, including, but not limited to: Input from ASTM International members whose organizations are increasingly…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #11348 ###
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ASTM International’s pesticides, antimicrobials, and alternative control agents committee (E35) honored Carol Vincent, senior clinical manager with Unilever R&D (Trumbull, CT, USA), with the Chip Collins Memorial Award. An ASTM International member since 1997, Vincent was recognized for her exemplary leadership at the executive level and her long-time contributions to the subcommittee on…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #11326 ###
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In light of COVID-19 (coronavirus) and ongoing safety concerns for members and staff, ASTM International announced today that the October Committee Week meetings in Atlanta, GA, are now transitioning to all virtual. These decisions were based on several factors, including, but not limited to: Input from ASTM International members whose organizations are increasingly concerned with travel; Most…, Media Inquiries:, Jaime Martorana, tel +1.610.832.9796; jmartorana@astm.org Release #11284 ###
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A proposed ASTM International standard will help to assess technologies that are used for microbial decontamination of indoor air. ASTM’s committee on pesticides, antimicrobials, and alternative control agents ( E35 ) is developing the proposed standard. “Indoor air is increasingly being recognized for its ability to spread infections,” says Syed Sattar, an ASTM International member and professor…, Media Inquiries:, Jaime Martorana, tel +1.610.832.9796; jmartorana@astm.org , Committee Contact:, Brian Milewski, tel +1.610.832.9619; bmilewski@astm.org Release #11274 ###