Newsletter | October 1, 2025

10.01.25 -- The Case For Process Simplification In mRNA Manufacturing

FEATURED EDITORIAL

The Case For Process Simplification In mRNA Manufacturing

Here, I wanted to share a few additional details from Parrella’s presentation about the efforts he and his team at Kernal Biologics made to improve their overall mRNA-LNP COGS. Though he emphasized the amount of opportunity that exists to improve our utilization of costly raw materials/reagents, as he revealed, there are also opportunities for process simplification.

The Barriers To Progress For LNP Alternatives

While the promise of diversifying RNA delivery methods is clear, real-world barriers remain. Here, panelists identify several of the biggest hurdles to adoption for their LNP alternatives, including the complexity of scaling cell-based manufacturing to GMP standards, misconceptions, limited clinical precedent, and regulatory uncertainty.

INDUSTRY INSIGHTS

Navigating The Regulatory Landscape For mRNA-Based Therapeutics

While organizations adapt to evolving safety and efficacy standards for mRNA, collaboration remains essential for navigating challenges like differing regional requirements, higher dosing needs, and analytical complexities.

Intelligent mRNA Manufacturing Through Process Analytical Technologies

Learn how predictive models can monitor key CQAs, such as RNA concentration and nucleoside triphosphate consumption, and explore RBP and MIT’s vision for revolutionizing biomanufacturing.

Validation Of An LCMS Hybrid Assay With EVOSEP Cleanup

By leveraging this innovative combination, the assay achieves detection limits comparable to traditional methodologies while enhancing overall efficiency and reliability.

Regulatory Expertise To Support mRNA-Based Therapeutic Development

Explore the regulatory requirements for mRNA drug substances and products, the importance of phase-appropriate quality, and insights on creating CMC documentation to ensure compliance.

Standardize Scale-Up And Reduce Time To Market With Mixing Cartridges

Despite the momentum of the RNA-LNP therapeutic market, significant manufacturing challenges remain. However, the right mixing could solve three of these key challenges regarding instrumentation.

Development And Optimization Of LNP Formulations

The production of lipid nanoparticles (LNPs) is a process that demands robustness, scalability, and reproducibility. Examine the impact of key operational parameters on the efficacy of LNPs.

SOLUTIONS

Thermal Ramping Characterization Solution: Aurora TX

Modular Environments For Biomanufacturing Capacity

Bringing Your mRNA-Based Drug From Pre-Clinical To Commercial